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Dr. Alagiri Swamy, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Memphis, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Swamy, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Alagiri Swamy, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Swamy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swamy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swamy’s office at (901) 761-6157.

    What languages does Dr. Swamy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Swamy typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Swamy 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. Swamy. 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Swamy typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Swamy performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Swamy. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Swamy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Swamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 761-6157 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swamy accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Swamy in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Swamy's office located?

    Dr. Alagiri Swamy's Primary Practice

    6263 Poplar Ave Ste 1052

    Memphis, TN 38119

    (901) 761-6157

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    Dr. Alagiri Swamy's Practice 2

    6019 Walnut Grove Rd

    Memphis, TN 38120

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    Dr. Alagiri Swamy's Practice 3

    7865 Trinity Rd Ste 108

    Cordova, TN 38018

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    What hospitals are Dr. Swamy affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Swamy has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Swamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023236809.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swamy?

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

    What is Dr. Alagiri Swamy's specialty?

    Dr. Swamy is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Memphis, TN.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Alagiri Swamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Swamy is affiliated with Methodist University 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

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    Is Dr. Alagiri Swamy accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Alagiri Swamy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alagiri Swamy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swamy's office at (901) 761-6157 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alagiri Swamy?

    Please contact Dr. Swamy's office at (901) 761-6157 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Swamy's office located?

    Dr. Swamy's offices are located in Memphis, TN and Cordova, TN.