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Dr. Erin Compton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Franklin, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Compton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Franklin, NC?

    Dr. Erin Compton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Franklin, NC. She is board certified. Dr. Compton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Compton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Compton’s office.

    Is Dr. Compton board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Erin Compton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Compton speak?

    Dr. Compton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Compton typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Compton diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Compton. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Compton typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Erin Compton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Compton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Compton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Compton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Compton accept in Franklin, NC?

    Dr. Compton in Franklin, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Compton's office located?

    Angel Medical Center

    120 Riverview St

    Franklin, NC 28734

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    What is Dr. Compton's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Compton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154582419.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Compton?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Compton

    What is Dr. Erin Compton's specialty?

    Dr. Compton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Franklin, NC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Erin Compton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Compton is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Harris Regional Hospital, Frye Regional Medical Center, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Erin Compton accepting new patients in Franklin, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Erin Compton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erin Compton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Compton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Erin Compton?

    Please contact Dr. Compton's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Compton's office located?

    Dr. Compton's office is located in Franklin, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erin Compton have?

    Dr. Erin Compton is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.