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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Compton, Ophthalmologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Christopher Compton, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Compton graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine. Dr. Compton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Compton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Compton’s office.
Where did Dr. Compton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Alabama School of 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 Dr. Compton treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, 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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Dermatochalasis
- Droopy Eyelid Skin
- Excess Eyelid Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02834: Dermatochalasis of left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Drooping Eyebrows in Both Eyes
- Eyelid Disorder
- Bilateral Brow Ptosis
- Sagging Eyebrows Both Sides
- Eyebrow Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H57813: Brow ptosis, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Compton perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Compton performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Eyelid Retraction Correction
- Eyelid Lesion Removal and Repair
- Temporary Eyelid Closure
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Repair (Extensive)
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Upper Eyelid Lift
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid retraction repair
- Lower eyelid retraction surgery
- Fix pulled back eyelid
- Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Reconstruction
- Eyelid suturing
- Frost suture procedure
- Temporary tarsorrhaphy
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
- Upper Blepharoplasty
- Eyelid Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67911: Correction of lid retraction
- 67961: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; up to one-fourth of lid margin
- 67875: Temporary closure of eyelids by suture (eg, Frost suture)
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 67966: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; over one-fourth of lid margin
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
- 15822: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid;
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
- Facial Skin Graft
- Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
- Full Thickness Graft for Face
- Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
- 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Eye Removal with Implant
- Orbital Floor Fracture Repair
- Tear Duct Opening Procedure
- Ocular Enucleation
- Artificial Eye Implant
- Eye Prosthesis Surgery
- Eye Socket Fracture Surgery
- Blowout Fracture Repair
- Orbital Reconstruction
- Lacrimal Punctum Incision
- Punctal Dilation
- Blocked Tear Duct Opening
- Tear Duct Snip
CPT Codes:
- 65105: Enucleation of eye; with implant, muscles attached to implant
- 21390: Open treatment of orbital floor blowout fracture; periorbital approach, with alloplastic or other implant
- 68440: Snip incision of lacrimal punctum
Also known as:
- Eye Socket Lesion Removal
- Eye Socket Decompression Surgery
- Orbitotomy
- Orbital Tumor Removal
- Eye Socket Growth Surgery
- Orbital Decompression
- Eye Socket Bone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67412: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of lesion
- 67414: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of bone for decompression
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
- Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)
Also known as:
- Eyelid Reconstruction (Second Stage)
- Full thickness eyelid repair
- Tarsoconjunctival flap
- Eyelid surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67975: Reconstruction of eyelid, full thickness by transfer of tarsoconjunctival flap from opposing eyelid; second stage
Also known as:
- Temporal Artery Biopsy or Ligation
- Head Artery Biopsy
- Giant Cell Arteritis Biopsy
- Temporal Artery Tie-Off
CPT Codes:
- 37609: Ligation or biopsy, temporal artery
Does Dr. Compton accept my insurance?
Dr. Compton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Compton accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Compton in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Passport Health Plan
State of Kentucky
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Compton's office located?
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 1033345657.
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. Christopher Compton's specialty?
Dr. Compton is a Ophthalmologist near Louisville, KY. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Compton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Compton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Compton is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin, Norton Brownsboro Hospital 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
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Is Christopher Compton accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Compton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher 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 Christopher Compton?
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