16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swanson, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Craig Swanson, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Swanson completed his residency at Children's Hospital and Health Center. Dr. Swanson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swanson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swanson’s office at (858) 966-5863.
Where did Dr. Swanson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Children's Hospital and Health Center
Residency: Children's Hospital and Health Center
Is Dr. Swanson board certified in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Craig Swanson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Swanson speak?
Dr. Swanson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Swanson treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Swanson 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. Swanson. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Crisis
- Asthma Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Which procedures does Dr. Swanson perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Craig Swanson may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Swanson's office.
Does Dr. Swanson accept my insurance?
Dr. Swanson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5863 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swanson accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Swanson in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
Partnership Health Plan
State of California
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Where is Dr. Swanson's office located?
Dr. Craig Swanson's Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-5863
What is Dr. Swanson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swanson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568534410.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swanson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swanson
What is Dr. Craig Swanson's specialty?
Dr. Swanson is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Swanson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Swanson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swanson is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Craig Swanson accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Craig Swanson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Swanson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swanson's office at (858) 966-5863 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Swanson?
Please contact Dr. Swanson's office at (858) 966-5863 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Swanson have?
Dr. Craig Swanson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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