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Dr. John Swicegood, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist

Fort Smith, AR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Swicegood, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Fort Smith, AR?

    Dr. John Swicegood, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Swicegood graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp, Anesthesiology; Orlando Reg Healthcare Sys, General Surgery. Dr. Swicegood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swicegood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swicegood’s office at (479) 452-0882.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp, Anesthesiology; Orlando Reg Healthcare Sys, General Surgery | University Ky | Orlando Health Program

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    Is Dr. Swicegood board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Swicegood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Swicegood speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Swicegood typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Swicegood 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. Swicegood. 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
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
    • Menstruation
    • Menorrhagia
    • Polymenorrhea
    • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Swicegood typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Swicegood may include:

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

    Does Dr. Swicegood accept my insurance?

    Dr. Swicegood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 452-0882 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swicegood accept in Fort Smith, AR?

    Dr. Swicegood in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Arkansas

    • State of Oklahoma

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Swicegood's office located?

    Dr. John Swicegood's Primary Practice

    7303 Rogers Ave Ste 100

    Fort Smith, AR 72903

    (479) 452-0882

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    Dr. John Swicegood's Practice 2

    9001 Jenny Lind Rd Ste 3

    Fort Smith, AR 72908

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    What hospitals are Dr. Swicegood affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Swicegood has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Baptist Health - Fort Smith,Fort Smith, AR
    Fort Smith Er & Hospital,Fort Smith, AR

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

    Dr. Swicegood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831151703.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swicegood?

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

    What is Dr. John Swicegood's specialty?

    Dr. Swicegood is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Fort Smith, AR.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.

    Is Dr. John Swicegood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Swicegood is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Mercy Hospital Springfield 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist. 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. John Swicegood accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?

    Yes, Dr. John Swicegood is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Swicegood offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swicegood's office at (479) 452-0882 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Swicegood?

    Please contact Dr. Swicegood's office at (479) 452-0882 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Swicegood's office located?

    Dr. Swicegood's office is located in Fort Smith, AR.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Swicegood have?

    Dr. John Swicegood is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.