Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swenson, Pulmonologist in Atlanta, GA?
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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 and 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, and 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 as a 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Swenson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Swenson typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Colin Swenson may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Swenson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Swenson accept my insurance?
Dr. Swenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Swenson's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Swenson affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Swenson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Swenson's NPI number?A 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