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Dr. Craig Swanson, MD

Dr. Craig Swanson, MD

San Diego, CA

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. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. 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. 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 as a 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 a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Swanson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Swanson typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Craig Swanson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Swanson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • State of California

    • Unknown

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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

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    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.

    What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    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

    When to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 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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