Summary

Dr. James Compton is an internal medicine physician who brings over four decades of medical experience to his practice. He completed his medical education at St. Louis University School of Medicine and continued his residency training at St. Louis University Hospital. His extensive background spans 44 years of caring for patients with a wide range of internal medicine conditions. Dr. Compton is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Compton practices at Saint Marys Medical Center and maintains locations in Saint Louis, Missouri, including Gateway Cardiology and Mercy Hospital Saint Louis. He specializes in managing weight concerns and metabolic health conditions such as obesity and high cholesterol. His practice also focuses on preventive care through colorectal cancer screening and comprehensive blood work analysis. Patients have rated Dr. Compton an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars for his medical care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 44 years of experience
  • 62 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Louis University Hospital
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Samuel Compton has 2 locations

Gateway Cardiology Pc

3915 Watson Rd Ste 100Saint Louis, MO 63109
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercy Hospital Saint Louis

615 S New Ballas RdSaint Louis, MO 63141

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44 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Saint Louis , MOFLORISSANT , MOLyons , COLANSING , KS
Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Samuel Compton

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • ESSENCE Healthcare - HMO
  • ESSENCE Healthcare - Medicare
  • ESSENCE Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EyeMed
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • MO HealthNet - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • State Farm - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - HMO
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO SNP
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • VSP
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Samuel Compton has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Samuel Compton has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Louis University Hospital

Medical School

St Louis University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1982

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. James Compton's office located?
Dr. James Compton's office is located at 3915 Watson Rd Ste 100, Saint Louis, MO, 63109.
Does Dr. James Compton accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Compton affiliated with?
Dr. James Compton is affiliated with Saint Marys Medical Center.

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