Coastal Rheumatology Associates, LLC

Coastal Rheumatology Associates, LLC is a medical group in Savannah, Georgia, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases. The practice serves patients across Savannah and surrounding communities, including Statesboro and Bluffton, GA, offering comprehensive care through in-office laboratory services, infusions, and intraarticular joint injections. Founded in 2014 by Dr. Charles F. Degenhardt III, a board-certified rheumatologist with advanced training in both rheumatology and internal medicine, the group provides personalized, specialized care for autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Dr. Dean Stephens joined the practice in 2017, expanding its clinical capacity. The practice is a proud member of the Southeastern Rheumatology Alliance and maintains a strong reputation for thorough, patient-centered treatment.

The practice emphasizes clinical excellence through on-site infusion services delivered in spacious, comfortable suites staffed by licensed nurses. These services support patients with autoimmune and inflammatory conditions requiring specialized therapies. Dr. Degenhardt’s background includes advanced research in lupus and inflammatory arthritis, and his academic training spans the Medical University of GA, the University of GA, and Armstrong Atlantic State University, where he earned both a bachelor’s and a Ph.D. in organic chemistry. His return to Savannah to establish Coastal Rheumatology reflects a commitment to delivering high-quality, locally rooted care.

Located at 5400 Waters Avenue in Savannah, the practice sits on a main road just a short distance from key local landmarks. It is approximately 0.2 miles from the Savannah Wound Center and East Derenne Avenue, near the Memorial Gazebo in a nearby park, and within a quarter-mile of Savannah Fire Station Number 1. The location is easily accessible along Waters Avenue, which serves as a primary thoroughfare in the area.

Coastal Rheumatology Associates is recognized for its thorough, well-documented online presence and a website that is clearly structured and optimized for search engines. This ensures patients can easily access critical information about services, providers, insurance, and appointment scheduling. The practice maintains a strong local reputation for consistent, high-quality care delivered by experienced specialists.

As a leading rheumatology provider in Savannah, Coastal Rheumatology Associates combines deep clinical expertise with accessible, compassionate care, meeting the specialized needs of patients throughout the region.

Services:

• Diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases
• In-office infusions
• In-office laboratory services
• Intraarticular joint injections