Charles Scott Needham, M.D.

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

Charles Scott Needham is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) specialist based in St George, UT with over 35 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(435) 900-6001St George, UT
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Charles Scott Needham, M.D. practices as part of a group thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) specialist practice in St George, UT. Trained at Chicago College of Medicine and Surgery (class of 1991), he has been practicing for over 35 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

1 of 13 Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) providers in UTSee all Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in St George35+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 605dNPPES updated 2024-09-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Utah Physicians Licensing Board (DOPL)

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1841 E Riverside Dr Ste 102, St George, UT 84790-7063

Fax: (435) 900-6001
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
72%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Arthritis
54%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Diabetes
43%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Chronic Kidney Disease
43%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Ischemic Heart Disease
34%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Mood Disorders
29%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
28%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1991

    Chicago College of Medicine and Surgery

  2. Board certified · Sep 24, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 35 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Taxonomy: 208G00000X

Education & Training

Chicago College of Medicine and Surgery (Class of 1991)

Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Charles Scott Needham

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Charles Scott Needham for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to St George required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles Scott Needham

Dr. Needham is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in St George, UT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (435) 900-6001.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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