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Dr. Gregory Compton, MD
Charleston, SC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Compton, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Gregory Compton, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Compton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Compton’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Compton’s office at (843) 792-1414.
Where did Dr. Compton go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Compton speak?
Dr. Compton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Compton treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Which procedures does Dr. Compton perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gregory Compton may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Compton's office.
Does Dr. Compton accept my insurance?
Dr. Compton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Compton accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Compton in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Compton's office located?
Dr. Gregory Compton's Primary Practice
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425
(843) 792-1414
What is Dr. Compton's NPI number?An 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 1093881294.
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. Gregory Compton's specialty?
Dr. Compton is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Charleston, SC. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Compton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gregory Compton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Compton is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Gregory Compton accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Compton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Compton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Compton's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Compton?
Please contact Dr. Compton's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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