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Dr. Colin Swenson, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Swenson, Pulmonologist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Colin Swenson, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Swenson is fluent in English, German, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swenson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swenson’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Swenson?

    Dr. Colin Swenson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Swenson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, Bronchiectasis, Infectious Disease-Lung, LGBTQ+ Health, Mycobacterial Infections, Pulmonary Disease/Immunocompromised, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Swenson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Swenson board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Colin Swenson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Swenson speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Korean

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Swenson treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchiectasis with Lung Infection
    • Bronchiectasis Flare-Up
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage
    • Infected Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Infection
    • Chronic Bronchial Disorder
    • Acute Bronchiectasis Exacerbation
    • Worsening Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchiectasis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
    • J470: Bronchiectasis with acute lower respiratory infection
    • J471: Bronchiectasis with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Lung Mycobacterial Infection
    • Mycobacterial Infection
    • Pulmonary NTM Infection
    • Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Does Dr. Swenson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Swenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swenson accept in Atlanta, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Swenson's office located?

    Dr. Colin Swenson's Primary Practice

    1365 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

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    Dr. Colin Swenson's Practice 2

    5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ste 502

    Atlanta, GA 30342

    (404) 251-1700

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    Dr. Colin Swenson's Practice 3

    6335 Hospital Pkwy Ste 301

    Johns Creek, GA 30097

    (404) 778-3261

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    What is Dr. Swenson's NPI number?An 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 1902127723.

    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. Colin Swenson's specialty?

    Dr. Swenson is a Pulmonologist near Atlanta, GA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Swenson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Swenson is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta 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

    Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?

    Explore Pulmonologist with 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 Colin Swenson accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

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

    Does Dr. Colin Swenson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swenson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Colin Swenson?

    Please contact Dr. Swenson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Colin Swenson have?

    Dr. Colin Swenson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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