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Dr. Christopher Swaim, MD

San Dimas, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Swaim, Pulmonologist in San Dimas, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Swaim, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Dimas, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Swaim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swaim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swaim’s office at (310) 222-2912.

    What languages does Dr. Swaim speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Swaim typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Swaim 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. Swaim. 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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Swaim typically perform?

    Does Dr. Swaim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Swaim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-2912 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swaim accept in San Dimas, CA?

    Dr. Swaim in San Dimas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Swaim's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Swaim's Primary Practice

    1255 W Arrow Hwy

    San Dimas, CA 91773

    (310) 222-2912

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    Dr. Christopher Swaim's Practice 2

    1011 Balwin Park Blvd

    Baldwin Park, CA 91706

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    Dr. Christopher Swaim's Practice 3

    1000 W Carson St

    Torrance, CA 90502

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

    Dr. Swaim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982068409.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swaim?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Swaim's specialty?

    Dr. Swaim is a Pulmonologist near San Dimas, CA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Swaim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Swaim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Christopher Swaim accepting new patients in San Dimas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Swaim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Swaim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swaim's office at (310) 222-2912 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Swaim?

    Please contact Dr. Swaim's office at (310) 222-2912 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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