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Dr. Erick Swenson, MD

Dr. Erick Swenson, MD

Urbandale, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Swenson, Rheumatologist in Urbandale, IA?

    Dr. Erick Swenson, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Urbandale, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Swenson graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Swenson is fluent in English and Bosnian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swenson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swenson’s office at (515) 643-9699.

    Where did Dr. Swenson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Swenson board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Erick Swenson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Swenson speak?

    Dr. Swenson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Bosnian

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Swenson typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Swenson diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Swenson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Spine Arthritis
    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic spinal inflammation
    • Psoriasis of the spine
    • Spondyloarthropathy with psoriasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4053: Psoriatic spondylitis

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Swenson typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Erick Swenson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Swenson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Swenson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Swenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 643-9699 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swenson accept in Urbandale, IA?

    Dr. Swenson in Urbandale, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Central States Health and Life

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Swenson's office located?

    Mercy Arthritis And Osteoporosis Center

    8421 Plum Dr

    Urbandale, IA 50322

    (515) 643-9699

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    Dr. Erick Swenson's Practice 2

    504 N Cleveland St

    Mount Ayr, IA 50854

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    What is Dr. Swenson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Swenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720036353.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swenson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swenson

    What is Dr. Erick Swenson's specialty?

    Dr. Swenson is a Rheumatologist near Urbandale, IA.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is this Dr. Erick Swenson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Swenson is affiliated with St. Anthony Regional Hospital, Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Dhr Health, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Eisenhower Health Main Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Erick Swenson accepting new patients in Urbandale, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Erick Swenson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erick Swenson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swenson's office at (515) 643-9699 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erick Swenson?

    Please contact Dr. Swenson's office at (515) 643-9699 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erick Swenson have?

    Dr. Erick Swenson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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