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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swinney, Critical Care Surgeon in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Ira Swinney, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Swinney is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swinney’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swinney’s office at (915) 215-5300.
What languages does Dr. Swinney speak?
Dr. Swinney and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Swinney typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Swinney 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. Swinney. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Swinney typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Ira Swinney may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Swinney's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Swinney accept my insurance?
Dr. Swinney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 215-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swinney accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Swinney in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Government Employees Health Association
Highmark Health
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Swinney's office located?
What is Dr. Swinney's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swinney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447813167.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swinney?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swinney
What is Dr. Ira Swinney's specialty?
Dr. Swinney is a Critical Care Surgeon near El Paso, TX.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Ira Swinney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swinney is affiliated with University Medical Center Of El Paso, The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus, Christus Health 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 Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ira Swinney accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ira Swinney is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ira Swinney offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swinney's office at (915) 215-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ira Swinney?
Please contact Dr. Swinney's office at (915) 215-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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