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Dr. Richard Schwimmer, MD

Brooklyn, NY

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Schwimmer, Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Richard Schwimmer, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Schwimmer graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Pediatrics. Dr. Schwimmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schwimmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schwimmer’s office at (718) 252-3622.

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

    • Residency: Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Pediatrics | Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program

    • Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    Is Dr. Schwimmer board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Schwimmer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Schwimmer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Schwimmer typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Schwimmer 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. Schwimmer. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Schwimmer typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Schwimmer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Schwimmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schwimmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 252-3622 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schwimmer accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Schwimmer in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • American Plan Administrators

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hippo Health

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • State of Maine

    • Total Plan Concepts

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Schwimmer's office located?

    Dr. Richard Schwimmer's Primary Practice

    2635 Nostrand Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11210

    (718) 252-3622

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

    Dr. Schwimmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114912714.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwimmer?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Schwimmer's specialty?

    Dr. Schwimmer is a Pediatrician near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Richard Schwimmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Schwimmer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Richard Schwimmer accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Schwimmer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Schwimmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schwimmer's office at (718) 252-3622 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Schwimmer?

    Please contact Dr. Schwimmer's office at (718) 252-3622 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Schwimmer have?

    Dr. Richard Schwimmer is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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