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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swikert, Family Medicine Specialist in Edgewood, KY?
Dr. Donald Swikert, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Edgewood, KY. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Swikert graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Elizabeth Med Center. Dr. Swikert is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swikert’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swikert’s office at (859) 301-3800.
Where did Dr. Swikert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Elizabeth Med Center
Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine
Is Dr. Swikert board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Donald Swikert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Swikert speak?
Dr. Swikert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
German
What conditions does Dr. Swikert treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Swikert 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. Swikert. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Swikert perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Donald Swikert may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Swikert's office.
Does Dr. Swikert accept my insurance?
Dr. Swikert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 301-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swikert accept in Edgewood, KY?
Dr. Swikert in Edgewood, KY 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
CalOptima
Centene
Corporate Services
Custom Design Benefits
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Ohio
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Where is Dr. Swikert's office located?
What is Dr. Swikert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swikert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700955085.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swikert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swikert
What is Dr. Donald Swikert's specialty?
Dr. Swikert is a Family Medicine Specialist near Edgewood, KY. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Swikert to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Donald Swikert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swikert is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Donald Swikert accepting new patients in Edgewood, KY?
Yes, Dr. Donald Swikert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Swikert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swikert's office at (859) 301-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Swikert?
Please contact Dr. Swikert's office at (859) 301-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Swikert have?
Dr. Donald Swikert is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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