Dr. Eric Schwenk, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Schwenk, Anesthesiologist in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Eric Schwenk, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schwenk graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Schwenk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schwenk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schwenk’s office at (215) 923-5507.

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Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schwenk?

Dr. Eric Schwenk, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Anesthesiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schwenk empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Nerve Blocks and Spinal Injections, Pain Management, Pain-Acute, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Schwenk is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

What languages does Dr. Schwenk speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Schwenk typically treat?

As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Schwenk 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. Schwenk. 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:

Acute pain after medical procedure
Acute pain from injury
Pain
Acute post-operative pain
Pain after surgery
Post-procedural pain
Traumatic pain
Injury pain
Sudden pain from trauma

ICD-10 Codes:

G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Schwenk typically perform?

As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Schwenk 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. Schwenk. 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:

Femoral Nerve Block Injection
Femoral nerve injection
Thigh nerve block
Pain relief injection for thigh
Nerve block with imaging guidance

CPT Codes:

64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

Does Dr. Schwenk accept my insurance?

Dr. Schwenk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 923-5507 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Schwenk accept in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Schwenk in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System

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Where is Dr. Schwenk's office located?

Dr. Eric Schwenk's Primary Practice

834 Walnut St Ste 110

Philadelphia, PA 19107

(215) 923-5507

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Dr. Eric Schwenk's Practice 2

1101 Market St Fl 19

Philadelphia, PA 19107

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Dr. Eric Schwenk's Practice 3

111 S 11th St

Philadelphia, PA 19107

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What hospitals are Dr. Schwenk affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Schwenk has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 9 Procedures

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

Dr. Schwenk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316108020.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwenk?

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

What is Dr. Eric Schwenk's specialty?

Dr. Schwenk is an Anesthesiologist near Philadelphia, PA.

What does an Anesthesiologist do?

A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

Is Dr. Eric Schwenk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Schwenk is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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