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Dr. Christopher Compton, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Cape Girardeau, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Compton, Family Medicine Specialist in Cape Girardeau, MO?

    Dr. Christopher Compton, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cape Girardeau, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Compton completed his residency at Mercy Family Medicine. 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 at (573) 332-6000.

    Where did Dr. Compton go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mercy Family 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Compton typically treat?

    As a Family 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Degenerative Nerve Disease
    • Neurodegenerative Disorder
    • Progressive Nerve Disease
    • Nervous System Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G319: Degenerative disease of nervous system, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Compton typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher 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 call our office at (573) 332-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Compton accept in Cape Girardeau, MO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Missouri

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Compton's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Compton's Primary Practice

    150 S Mount Auburn Rd Ste 418

    Cape Girardeau, MO 63703

    (573) 332-6000

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    Dr. Christopher Compton's Practice 2

    1102 Sikes Ave

    Sikeston, MO 63801

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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 1174567176.

    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 Family Medicine Specialist near Cape Girardeau, MO.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Compton is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southeast, Saint Francis Medical Center - Cape Girardeau, Mo 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Christopher Compton accepting new patients in Cape Girardeau, MO?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Compton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Compton's office at (573) 332-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Compton's office at (573) 332-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Compton's office located?

    Dr. Compton's offices are located in Cape Girardeau, MO and Sikeston, MO.