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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swartz, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Leigh Swartz, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA. Dr. Swartz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swartz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swartz’s office at (314) 997-1652.
What languages does Dr. Swartz speak?
Dr. Swartz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Swartz typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Swartz 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. Swartz. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Swartz typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leigh Swartz may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Swartz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Swartz accept my insurance?
Dr. Swartz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 997-1652 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swartz accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Swartz in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
First Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
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Where is Dr. Swartz's office located?
Dr. Leigh Swartz's Primary Practice
1201 Broad Rock Blvd
Richmond, VA 23249
(314) 997-1652
What is Dr. Swartz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760724009.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swartz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swartz
What is Dr. Leigh Swartz's specialty?
Dr. Swartz is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Richmond, VA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Leigh Swartz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swartz is affiliated with Upmc Western Maryland, Sentara Obici Hospital 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology 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 Leigh Swartz accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Leigh Swartz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leigh Swartz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swartz's office at (314) 997-1652 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leigh Swartz?
Please contact Dr. Swartz's office at (314) 997-1652 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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