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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swafford, Vascular Neurologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Kara Swafford, MD is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Swafford graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Dr. Swafford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swafford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swafford’s office at (859) 218-5038.
Where did Dr. Swafford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Swafford speak?
Dr. Swafford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Neurologist like Dr. Swafford typically treat?
As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Swafford 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. Swafford. 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:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Mini-Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Paralysis
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Vascular Neurologist like Dr. Swafford typically perform?
As a Vascular Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kara Swafford may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Swafford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Swafford accept my insurance?
Dr. Swafford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 218-5038 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swafford accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Swafford in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Swafford's office located?
What is Dr. Swafford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swafford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114332749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swafford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swafford
What is Dr. Kara Swafford's specialty?
Dr. Swafford is a Vascular Neurologist near Lexington, KY.
What does a Vascular Neurologist do?
Vascular Neurology is a subspecialty focused on the evaluation, prevention, treatment, and recovery from vascular diseases affecting the nervous system. It encompasses the diagnosis, treatment and management of vascular events originating from arterial or venous sources, which can lead to various conditions impacting the brain or spinal cord, including ischemic stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, spinal cord ischemia, and spinal cord hemorrhage.
Is this Dr. Kara Swafford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swafford is affiliated with Meadowview Regional Medical Center 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 Vascular Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Vascular Neurologist. 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 Kara Swafford accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Kara Swafford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Swafford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swafford's office at (859) 218-5038 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Swafford?
Please contact Dr. Swafford's office at (859) 218-5038 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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