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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swann, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Waco, TX?
Dr. Forrest Swann, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX. Dr. Swann is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swann’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swann’s office at (254) 772-4499.
What languages does Dr. Swann speak?
Dr. Swann and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Swann typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Swann 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. Swann. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Swann typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Swann 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. Swann. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft
- Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
- Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
CPT Codes:
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
Also known as:
- Eye Surface Reconstruction with Amniotic Membrane
- Amniotic Membrane Transplant (Eye)
- Ocular Surface Repair
- Cornea Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 65780: Ocular surface reconstruction; amniotic membrane transplantation, multiple layers
Does Dr. Swann accept my insurance?
Dr. Swann accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 772-4499 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swann accept in Waco, TX?
Dr. Swann in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Swann's office located?
What is Dr. Swann's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swann's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407291420.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swann?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swann
What is Dr. Forrest Swann's specialty?
Dr. Swann is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Waco, TX.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods.
Is this Dr. Forrest Swann affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swann is affiliated with Ascension Providence 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 Forrest Swann accepting new patients in Waco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Forrest Swann is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Forrest Swann offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swann's office at (254) 772-4499 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Forrest Swann?
Please contact Dr. Swann's office at (254) 772-4499 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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