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Who is Dr. Swisher, Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Joseph Swisher, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Swisher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swisher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swisher’s office at (504) 988-1001.
What languages does Dr. Swisher speak?
Dr. Swisher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Swisher treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Swisher 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. Swisher. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Swisher perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Swisher may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Swisher's office.
Does Dr. Swisher accept my insurance?
Dr. Swisher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 988-1001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swisher accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Swisher in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Swisher's office located?
Dr. Joseph Swisher's Primary Practice
1310 Southern Ave SE
Washington, DC 20032
(504) 988-1001
What is Dr. Swisher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swisher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386107076.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swisher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swisher
What is Dr. Joseph Swisher's specialty?
Dr. Swisher is a Internist near Washington, DC.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Swisher to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joseph Swisher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Swisher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?
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Is Joseph Swisher accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Swisher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Swisher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swisher's office at (504) 988-1001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Swisher?
Please contact Dr. Swisher's office at (504) 988-1001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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