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Dr. Carl Swafford, MD

Murfreesboro, TN

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Swafford, Anesthesiologist in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Dr. Carl Swafford, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Murfreesboro, TN. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Swafford graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology Baptist Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Swafford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swafford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swafford’s office at (615) 396-4464.

    Where did Dr. Swafford go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology Baptist Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Vanderbilt University Med Center

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    Is Dr. Swafford board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Swafford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Swafford speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Swafford treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Swafford 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. Swafford. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter

    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:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Vomiting Blood
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
    • Hematemesis
    • Bloody Vomit
    • Upper GI Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
    • K920: Hematemesis

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    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:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Does Dr. Swafford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Swafford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 396-4464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swafford accept in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Dr. Swafford in Murfreesboro, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Swafford's office located?

    Dr. Carl Swafford's Primary Practice

    1800 Medical Center Pkwy Ste 330

    Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    (615) 396-4464

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

    Dr. Swafford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568416857.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swafford?

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

    What is Dr. Carl Swafford's specialty?

    Dr. Swafford is a Anesthesiologist near Murfreesboro, TN. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Swafford to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Carl Swafford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Swafford is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Carl Swafford accepting new patients in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Swafford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carl Swafford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swafford's office at (615) 396-4464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carl Swafford?

    Please contact Dr. Swafford's office at (615) 396-4464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carl Swafford have?

    Dr. Carl Swafford is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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