About
Ronald "Scott" Exum, MD serves as the physician at Compass Healthcare in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. He leads a team that delivers direct primary care, urgent care, hormone therapy, and occupational health services. Dr. Exum works within a membership-based model that keeps him directly accessible to patients. His practice philosophy centers on affordable, relationship-driven care. Under his leadership, Compass Healthcare has served the Arkadelphia community since 2013.
Who is Dr. Exum right for?
Dr. Exum is a strong fit for patients across all age groups seeking a primary care physician who stays directly accessible. Adults managing chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or asthma benefit from his proactive approach. Patients who want same-day availability and extended visits without the constraints of insurance billing find his model practical. Employers looking for occupational health services will also find his team well-equipped to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Exum specializes in family medicine and direct primary care. He treats patients of all ages, addressing preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute illnesses. His practice also covers occupational health and hormone therapy.
Dr. Exum does not work through insurance. Compass Healthcare operates on a direct primary care model, billing patients directly through a monthly membership fee. This structure allows wholesale pricing on labs and in-office services.
DPC members at Compass Healthcare reach Dr. Exum and the care team at any hour, any day of the week. The practice provides unlimited provider access as part of the membership. Secure messaging through the Spruce App supports after-hours communication.
Yes, Dr. Exum and the Compass Healthcare team offer telehealth visits for patients who cannot come into the office. Members access these visits as part of their membership benefits.
Dr. Exum treats chronic conditions including diabetes, high blood pressure, and asthma. He takes a proactive approach to managing these conditions, building individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Yes, Dr. Exum and the Compass Healthcare team offer personalized hormone therapy plans. Providers monitor each patient regularly and adjust treatment to support hormonal balance and overall well-being.
Yes, Compass Healthcare welcomes walk-ins for urgent care visits. Dr. Exum and his team treat illnesses and injuries including colds, flu, strep throat, sprains, and fractures. The practice offers competitive self-pay pricing for urgent care.
Yes, Compass Healthcare offers a full range of occupational health services under Dr. Exum's practice. These include DOT physicals, employee physicals, biometric health screenings, TB skin tests, urine drug screens, and vaccine clinics. Employer pricing is available.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026