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Dr. Rafael Ching Companioni, MD

Gastroenterology
4.2 (5)
Map Pin Small Panama City, FL
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Rafael Ching Companioni, MD

Dr. Rafael Ching Companioni, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Panama City, FL. Dr. Ching Companioni, completed a fellowship at Elmhurst Hospital Center. Dr. Ching Companioni, completed a residency at Metropolitan Hospital Center. Patients rated Dr. Ching Companioni an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Ching Companioni works at Digestive Diseases Center in Panama City, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia and Nausea along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Ching Companioni's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Digestive Diseases Center
    204 E 19TH ST, Panama City, FL 32405 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (850) 448-2967
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 12:00

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Duodenal Polypectomy
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    • Aetna
    • Ambetter
    • Amerihealth
    • Anthem
    • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Capital Blue Cross
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.2
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    May 04, 2022
    Dr Rafael Ching C, Thank you for your correct and accurate diagnosis. You made a difference in my health!
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    About Dr. Rafael Ching Companioni, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
    Specialties
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    Gender
    • Male
    Gender
    NPI Number
    • 1396090940
    NPI Number
    A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique 10-digit identifier issued by the government to healthcare providers.

    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Elmhurst Hospital Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Metropolitan Hospital Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Metropolitan Hospital Center
    Internship
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Hca Florida Gulf Coast Hospital

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Rafael Ching Companioni, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Ching Companioni is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Ching Companioni has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Ching Companioni works at Digestive Diseases Center in Panama City, FL. View the full address on Dr. Ching Companioni’s profile.

    Dr. Ching Companioni has seen patients for Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia and Nausea, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Ching Companioni on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    5 patients have reviewed Dr. Ching Companioni. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Ching Companioni.

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