Summary

Dr. Ruth Compton is a board-certified osteopathic physician specializing in family medicine and emergency medicine. She earned her medical degree from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State and completed her residency at the United States Naval Medical Center. With 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Compton brings extensive knowledge in both comprehensive family care and urgent medical situations.

Dr. Compton practices at Select Specialty Hospital Hampton Roads in Newport News, Virginia, and Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital in Onancock, Virginia, with affiliations to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. She treats patients with high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension. Her emergency medicine expertise includes providing urgent care services and performing diagnostic blood tests and kidney function assessments. Patients consistently rate Dr. Compton highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 15 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Ruth Elizabeth Compton has 2 locations

Select Specialty Hospital Hampton Roads

500 J Clyde Morris BlvdNewport News, VA 23601

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Dr. Ruth Elizabeth Compton, DODr. Haritha Yalamanchilli, MDDr. Sally Owie Young, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BCDr. Alexis Alexander-Epperly, MD
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15 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Newport News , VAFairfax , VAWashington , DCManassas , VA
Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteo Med At Arkansas State Med School: Sri Venkateswara Medical College Med School: Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ruth Elizabeth Compton

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Gateway Health
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Magellan Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Optima Health
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Priority Partners
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Trillium Community Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ruth Elizabeth Compton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ruth Elizabeth Compton has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Indigestion
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Virginia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Naval Medical Center

Medical School

New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteo Med At Arkansas StateGraduated in 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Ruth Compton affiliated with?
Dr. Ruth Compton is affiliated with Naval Medical Center Portsmouth.
Does Dr. Ruth Compton accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ruth Compton accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Ruth Compton's office located?
Dr. Ruth Compton's office is located at 500 J Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News, VA, 23601.
Is Dr. Ruth Compton accepting new patients?
Dr. Ruth Compton has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Ruth Compton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ruth Compton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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