HC
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Champion, Cardiologist in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Hunter Champion, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Champion is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Champion’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Champion’s office at (706) 243-4500.
Where did Dr. Champion go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Champion speak?
Dr. Champion and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Champion treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Champion 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. Champion. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Other Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Champion perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Hunter Champion may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Champion's office.
Does Dr. Champion accept my insurance?
Dr. Champion accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 243-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Champion accept in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Champion in Columbus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Champion's office located?
Dr. Hunter Champion's Primary Practice
2121 Warm Springs Rd
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 243-4500
What is Dr. Champion's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Champion's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285683755.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Champion?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Champion
What is Dr. Hunter Champion's specialty?
Dr. Champion is a Cardiologist near Columbus, GA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Champion to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hunter Champion affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Champion is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Macon Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Hunter Champion accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?
Yes, Dr. Hunter Champion is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hunter Champion offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Champion's office at (706) 243-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hunter Champion?
Please contact Dr. Champion's office at (706) 243-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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