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Dr. Douglas Sward, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Baltimore, MD

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sward, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Douglas Sward, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Sward graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond. Dr. Sward is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sward’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sward’s office at (410) 328-4124.

    Where did Dr. Sward go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Sward board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Sward, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sward speak?

    Dr. Sward and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sward typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sward 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. Sward. 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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Skin Problems from Radiation
    • Radiation Exposure
    • Skin Condition
    • Radiation dermatitis
    • Radiation skin reaction
    • Radiation-induced skin changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sward typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Sward may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sward accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sward accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-4124 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sward accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Sward in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Riverside Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sward's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Sward's Primary Practice

    22 S Greene St

    Baltimore, MD 21201

    (410) 328-4124

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    Dr. Douglas Sward's Practice 2

    2220 Ady Rd

    Forest Hill, MD 21050

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    Dr. Douglas Sward's Practice 3

    6020 Meadowridge Center Dr Ste F

    Elkridge, MD 21075

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    What is Dr. Sward's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427192608.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sward?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sward

    What is Dr. Douglas Sward's specialty?

    Dr. Sward is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baltimore, MD.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Douglas Sward affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sward is affiliated with Um Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Bel Air, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, University Of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Douglas Sward accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Sward is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Sward offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sward's office at (410) 328-4124 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Sward?

    Please contact Dr. Sward's office at (410) 328-4124 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sward's office located?

    Dr. Sward's offices are located in Baltimore, MD, Forest Hill, MD, and Elkridge, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Sward have?

    Dr. Douglas Sward is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.