21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Compton, Vascular Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Christopher Compton, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Compton graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Vascular Surgery. Dr. Compton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Compton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Compton’s office at (520) 296-5500.
Where did Dr. Compton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Vascular Surgery
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Compton board certified in Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Compton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Compton speak?
Dr. Compton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Compton treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, 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:
- Varicose Veins
- Painful Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Symptomatic Varicose Veins
- Aching Leg Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
- I83811: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with pain
- I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain at Rest
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain at Rest
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Left Leg Pain at Rest
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Right leg claudication
- PAD right leg pain with activity
- Right leg artery pain when walking
- PAD right leg pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia right leg
- Severe right leg artery pain
- PAD both legs pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia bilateral legs
- Severe bilateral leg artery pain
- PAD left leg pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia left leg
- Severe left leg artery pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70211: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, right leg
- I70221: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, right leg
- I70223: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, bilateral legs
- I70222: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, left leg
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Narrowing of Artery
- Artery Stricture
- Blocked Artery
- Arterial Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I771: Stricture of artery
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Hardening of Left Leg Arteries with Leg Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Left leg PAD with claudication
- Left leg artery disease with pain
- Intermittent claudication left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70212: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, left leg
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Compton perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Compton may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 (520) 296-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Compton accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Compton in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Compton's office located?
Dr. Christopher Compton's Primary Practice
6377 E Tanque Verde Rd Ste 101
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 296-5500
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 1790780880.
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 Vascular Surgeon near Tucson, AZ. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. 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 Tucson Medical Center, Carondelet St. Joseph's 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 Tucson, AZ?
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 (520) 296-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Compton?
Please contact Dr. Compton's office at (520) 296-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Compton have?
Dr. Christopher Compton is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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