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Dr. Anita Szwast, MD

Dr. Anita Szwast, MD

Pediatric Cardiologist, Pediatrician, Cardiologist

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Szwast, Pediatric Cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Anita Szwast, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Szwast graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, and is currently affiliated with Childrens Hospital Of Philadelphia. Dr. Szwast is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szwast’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szwast’s office at (215) 590-1858.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | Baylor Aff Hosps

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Szwast board certified as a Pediatric Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Szwast, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Szwast speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Szwast typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Szwast 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. Szwast. 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:

    • Fetal Abnormality
    • Birth Defects
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Congenital Anomaly
    • Fetal Malformation
    • Developmental Abnormality
    • Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
    • O359XX0: Maternal care for (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, unspecified, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • HLHS
    • Underdeveloped Left Heart
    • Complex Congenital Heart Disease
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly
    • TOF
    • Blue Baby Syndrome
    • Complex Heart Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot

    What procedures does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Szwast typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Anita Szwast may include:

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

    Does Dr. Szwast accept my insurance?

    Dr. Szwast accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-1858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Szwast accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Szwast in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

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    Where is Dr. Szwast's office located?

    Childrens Hospital Of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 590-1858

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    Dr. Anita Szwast's Practice 2

    550 S Goddard Blvd

    King of Prussia, PA 19406

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

    Dr. Szwast's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548391543.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szwast?

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

    What is Dr. Anita Szwast's specialty?

    Dr. Szwast is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?

    A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients.

    Is Dr. Anita Szwast affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Szwast is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Cardiologist. 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. Anita Szwast accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Szwast is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anita Szwast offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Szwast's office at (215) 590-1858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anita Szwast?

    Please contact Dr. Szwast's office at (215) 590-1858 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Szwast's office located?

    Dr. Szwast's offices are located in Philadelphia, PA and King of Prussia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anita Szwast have?

    Dr. Anita Szwast is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.