Summary

Dr. Phillip Compton specializes in internal medicine, bringing 33 years of comprehensive experience to adult healthcare. They earned their medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed residency training at Emory Healthcare. Dr. Compton communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Compton practices at Memorial Physician Clinics Orange Grove Medical Specialties in Gulfport, Mississippi, and maintains hospital privileges at Singing River Gulfport. They focus on managing complex conditions including type 2 diabetes, COPD with related health complications, and heart failure. Their treatment approach incorporates physical therapy and strength training to help patients build wellness. Patients have given Dr. Compton an average rating of 3.9.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 33 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Emory Healthcare
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 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 Orange Grove Medical Specialties

15286 Community RdGulfport, MS 39503
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineNephrologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
3.9 
33 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Gulfport , MSFort Sam Houston , TXKeesler Afb , MSKeesler Afb , MS
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Pacific Northwest University Of Health Science College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Phillip Compton

  • 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

Phillip Compton has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Phillip Compton has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Phillip Compton 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 Emory Healthcare.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1996 and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Phillip Compton's NPI number is 1578591186.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Phillip Compton accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Phillip Compton affiliated with?
Phillip Compton is affiliated with Singing River Gulfport.
What languages does Phillip Compton speak?
Phillip Compton speaks English.
Does Phillip Compton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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