Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swearingen, Surgeon in Nashville, TN?
Where did Dr. Swearingen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Is Dr. Swearingen board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alissa Swearingen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Swearingen speak?
Dr. Swearingen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Swearingen typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Swearingen 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. Swearingen. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Partial Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Partial Bowel Blockage
- Incomplete Intestinal Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56600: Partial intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to cause
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Swearingen typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Swearingen 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. Swearingen. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Swearingen accept my insurance?
Dr. Swearingen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swearingen accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Swearingen in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fox Everett
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Swearingen's office located?
Dr. Alissa Swearingen's Primary Practice
3443 Dickerson Pike Ste 270
Nashville, TN 37207
Dr. Alissa Swearingen's Practice 2
353 New Shackle Island Rd Ste 247C
Hendersonville, TN 37075
What hospitals are Dr. Swearingen affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Swearingen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Swearingen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swearingen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588868681.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swearingen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swearingen