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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sweidan, Internist in Paterson, NJ?
Dr. Safwan Sweidan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Paterson, NJ. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Sweidan graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sweidan is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sweidan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweidan’s office at (973) 278-1000.
Where did Dr. Sweidan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sweidan speak?
Dr. Sweidan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sweidan typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sweidan 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. Sweidan. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sweidan typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Safwan Sweidan may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sweidan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sweidan accept my insurance?
Dr. Sweidan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 278-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sweidan accept in Paterson, NJ?
Dr. Sweidan in Paterson, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sweidan's office located?
What is Dr. Sweidan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sweidan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578644860.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweidan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sweidan
What is Dr. Safwan Sweidan's specialty?
Dr. Sweidan is a Internist near Paterson, NJ.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Safwan Sweidan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sweidan is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, The Valley Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center 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
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Is Safwan Sweidan accepting new patients in Paterson, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Safwan Sweidan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Safwan Sweidan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sweidan's office at (973) 278-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Safwan Sweidan?
Please contact Dr. Sweidan's office at (973) 278-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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