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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sweis, Family Medicine Specialist in Elkhorn, WI?
Dr. Fares Sweis, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elkhorn, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sweis graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine. Dr. Sweis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sweis’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweis’s office.
Where did Dr. Sweis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sweis speak?
Dr. Sweis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sweis typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sweis 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. Sweis. 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:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome
- Bleeding Disorder
- Antiphospholipid syndrome
- APS
- Hughes syndrome
- Sticky blood syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6861: Antiphospholipid syndrome
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sweis typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Fares Sweis may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Sweis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sweis accept my insurance?
Dr. Sweis 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. Sweis accept in Elkhorn, WI?
Dr. Sweis in Elkhorn, WI 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sweis' office located?
What is Dr. Sweis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sweis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083095814.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sweis
What is Dr. Fares Sweis's specialty?
Dr. Sweis is a Family Medicine Specialist near Elkhorn, WI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Fares Sweis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sweis is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Mchenry 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Fares Sweis accepting new patients in Elkhorn, WI?
Yes, Dr. Fares Sweis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fares Sweis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sweis's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fares Sweis?
Please contact Dr. Sweis's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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