18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swanson, Gastroenterologist in Charleston, SC?
Where did Dr. Swanson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Rush University Medical Center | Rush University Medical Center - Gastroenterology
Residency: Rush University Medical Center - Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine (Education)
Is Dr. Swanson board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Garth Swanson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Swanson speak?
Dr. Swanson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Swanson typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Swanson 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. Swanson. 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:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis with Rectal Bleeding
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis with Bloody Stool
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
- GI Bleeding from Pancolitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
- K51011: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease with Fistula
- Crohn's Disease with Intestinal Obstruction
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Fistulas
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels
- Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease with Abnormal Connection
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Fistula
- Panenteric Crohn's with Fistula
- Crohn's Disease with Bowel Blockage
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Obstruction
- Panenteric Crohn's with Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K50813: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with fistula
- K50812: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with intestinal obstruction
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Swanson typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Swanson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Swanson. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Balloon Dilation
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Dilation
- Colon Dilation during Colonoscopy
- Endoscopic Balloon Dilation of Colon
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45386: Colonoscopy, flexible; with transendoscopic balloon dilation
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Swanson accept my insurance?
Dr. Swanson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-5861 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swanson accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Swanson in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Great West Life N Annuity Insurance Co
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Swanson's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Swanson affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Swanson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Swanson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swanson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538335385.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swanson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swanson