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 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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Champion typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Champion typically perform?
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
Please contact Dr. Champion's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
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, Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Atrium Health Navicent 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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