Summary

Dr. Michael Payment specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to patient care. They earned their medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed residency training at University Hospital. With 43 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Payment has developed extensive knowledge in treating complex heart conditions. They provide care in English to patients throughout the region.

Dr. Payment practices at Memorial Physician Clinics Gulf Coast Heart in Gulfport, Mississippi, and maintains hospital privileges at Select Specialty Hospital Gulf Coast. They focus on treating heart failure, diabetes, and kidney disease. Dr. Payment performs diagnostic heart tests and incorporates physical therapy and strength training into comprehensive treatment plans. Patients have given them an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 43 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Hospital
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Memorial Physician Clinics Gulf Coast Heart

4533 15th StreetGulfport, MS 39501
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 - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Michael Payment, MDDr. Michael Cullen Cunningham, MDDr. Gilberto Patino, MDDr. Mark Stephen Pollet, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
43 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Gulfport , MSOcean Springs , MSKeesler Afb , MSBaton Rouge , LA
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael Payment

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AETNA (Not all plans or business; call insurance to verify)
  • Ambetter Magnolia Health
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield
  • CHAMP VA
  • CHIP Molina
  • Cigna (Excludes Healthsprings/Cigna Medicare Advantage)
  • First Choice (Not all plans or business; call insurance to verify)
  • First Health (Not all plans or business; call insurance to verify)
  • Fox Everett (Not all plans or business; call insurance to verify)
  • Healthy Mississippi Medicare Advantage
  • Humana
  • Lockard & Williams (Not all plans or business; call insurance to verify)
  • Magnolia Medicaid
  • Medicaid of Mississippi
  • Medicare
  • Mississippi Physicians Care Network – MPCN (Not all plans or business; call insurance to verify)
  • Molina Healthcare of Mississipppi
  • Molina Marketplace
  • Optum – VA Community Care Newtork
  • Select Administrative Services (Not all plans or business; call insurance to verify)
  • Tricare Region East
  • TrueCare
  • United Healthcare
  • Vantage Health Plan
  • Wellcare Medicare Advantage

Medical Specialties

Michael Payment has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Michael Payment has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Michael Payment holds an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Michael Payment's NPI number is 1760496475.

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What languages does Michael Payment speak?
Michael Payment speaks English.
Where is Michael Payment's office located?
Michael Payment's office is located at 4533 15th Street, Gulfport, MS, 39501.
Does Michael Payment accept my insurance?
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