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Dr. Theodora Swenson, MD

Physiatrist

Nashville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Swenson, Physiatrist in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Theodora Swenson, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Swenson is fluent in English, 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 (615) 322-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Swenson speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, 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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Theodora 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 (615) 322-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swenson accept in Nashville, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • American Lifecare

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Swenson's office located?

    Dr. Theodora Swenson's Primary Practice

    3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic

    Nashville, TN 37232

    (615) 322-5000

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    Dr. Theodora Swenson's Practice 2

    2201 Childrens Way Ste 1318

    Nashville, TN 37212

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    Dr. Theodora Swenson's Practice 3

    1301 Medical Center Dr

    Nashville, TN 37232

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    What hospitals are Dr. Swenson affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Swenson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Tristar Skyline Medical Center,Nashville, TN
    Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center,Nashville, TN

    What is Dr. Swenson's NPI number?A 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 1063075208.

    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. Theodora Swenson's specialty?

    Dr. Swenson is a Physiatrist near Nashville, TN.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

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

    Yes, Dr. Swenson is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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 Dr. Theodora Swenson accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

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

    Does Dr. Theodora Swenson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swenson's office at (615) 322-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Theodora Swenson?

    Please contact Dr. Swenson's office at (615) 322-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Swenson's office located?

    Dr. Swenson's office is located in Nashville, TN.