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Who is Dr. Swinney, Neurologist in Alamo, CA?
Dr. Christian Swinney is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Alamo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Swinney is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swinney’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swinney’s office at (925) 602-7060.
What languages does Dr. Swinney speak?
Dr. Swinney and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Swinney treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Swinney 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. Swinney. 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.
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Chronic Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
- Persistent Migraine with Aura
- Long-term Migraine with Warning Signs
- Chronic Classic Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43711: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
- G43E11: Chronic migraine with aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Facial Weakness
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Facial Paralysis', 'Facial Droop', 'Weakness in Face', 'Bell's Palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29810: Facial weakness
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Aphasia
- Difficulty speaking
- Language impairment
- Loss of speech
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4701: Aphasia
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Which procedures does Dr. Swinney perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christian Swinney may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Swinney's office.
Does Dr. Swinney accept my insurance?
Dr. Swinney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 602-7060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swinney accept in Alamo, CA?
Dr. Swinney in Alamo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other PACE
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Conifer Health Solutions
Contra Costa
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Swinney's office located?
Dr. Christian Swinney's Primary Practice
1505 Saint Alphonsus Way
Alamo, CA 94507
(925) 602-7060
What is Dr. Swinney's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swinney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093248775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swinney?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swinney
What is Dr. Christian Swinney's specialty?
Dr. Swinney is a Neurologist near Alamo, CA.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Swinney to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christian Swinney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swinney is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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 Christian Swinney accepting new patients in Alamo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christian Swinney is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Swinney offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swinney's office at (925) 602-7060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Swinney?
Please contact Dr. Swinney's office at (925) 602-7060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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