25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swelstad, Plastic Surgeon in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Matthew Swelstad, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Swelstad completed his residency at University of Wisconsin, Madison. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Swelstad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swelstad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swelstad’s office at (970) 242-8177.
Where did Dr. Swelstad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Primary Children’s Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah
Residency: University of Wisconsin, Madison
Medical School: University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison
Is Dr. Swelstad board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Swelstad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Swelstad speak?
Dr. Swelstad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Swelstad treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Swelstad 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. Swelstad. 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:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
- Breast Reconstruction
- Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction
- Breast implant after mastectomy
- Rebuilding breast after cancer surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z421: Encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Unspecified Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- General breast problem
- Breast condition not specified
- Undiagnosed breast issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- N649: Disorder of breast, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Swelstad perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Swelstad 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. Swelstad. 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:
- Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
- Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
- Fat Transfer
- Liposuction with Fat Injection
- Body Fat Graft
- Autologous Fat Injection
- Liposuction Fat Grafting
- Body Fat Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
- 15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Complex Trunk Wound Repair (Additional)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Facial Wound Repair
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Scalp, Body, Arms, Legs)
- Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Facial Laceration Repair
- Head Wound Stitching
- Complex Facial Cut Repair
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
- Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
- Complex Body Wound Repair
- Trunk Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Trunk)
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
- Stitches for facial cut
- Intermediate wound closure
- Repair of facial laceration
- Intermediate Facial Laceration Repair
- Eyelid Wound Stitching
- Lip Laceration Repair
- Surgical Wound Repair (Body)
- Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
- Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
- Advanced Wound Stitching
- Laceration Repair
- Surgical Wound Repair
- Injury Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 13102: Repair, complex, trunk; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
- 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
- 12053: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 5.1 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12035: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 12.6 cm to 20.0 cm
- 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12042: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
- Facial Skin Growth Excision
- Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
- Eyelid Lesion Excision
- Lip Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Breast Implant Capsule Revision
- Breast Lesion Excision
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
- Capsulectomy (Breast Implant)
- Capsulotomy (Breast Implant)
- Breast Implant Scar Tissue Removal
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
- 19370: Revision of peri-implant capsule, breast, including capsulotomy, capsulorrhaphy, and/or partial capsulectomy
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
Also known as:
- Nipple and Areola Reconstruction
- Breast Tissue Expander Placement
- Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
- Breast Reconstruction
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Nipple Reconstruction
- Areola Reconstruction
- Breast Nipple Surgery
- Post-Mastectomy Nipple Creation
- Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
- Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
- Breast Implant Preparation
- Delayed Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
- Secondary Breast Augmentation
- Reconstructive Breast Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19350: Nipple/areola reconstruction
- 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
- 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Malignant Lesion Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
- Lip Cancer Removal
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Mole Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Facial Tumor Removal
- Lip Cancer Surgery
- Eyelid Lesion Excision
- Facial Skin Cancer Excision
- Malignant Lesion Removal (Head/Face)
- Skin Tumor Removal (Sensitive Areas)
CPT Codes:
- 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
- 11644: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
- 11643: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
- Complex Repair of Face Wounds
- Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
- Deep Torso Laceration Repair
- Complex Body Wound Stitching
- Eyelid Repair
- Nose Laceration Repair
- Lip Wound Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 13152: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
- Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
- Genital Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
- 11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Small Area)
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
- Facial skin graft
- Hand skin graft
- Neck skin graft
- Genital skin graft
- Free skin graft
- Skin transplant
- Dermal graft
- Facial Skin Graft
- Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
- Full Thickness Graft for Face
- Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
- 15240: Full Thickness Graft, Free, Including Direct Closure Of Donor Site, Forehead, Cheeks, Chin, Mouth, Neck, Axillae, Genitalia, Hands, And/Or Feet; 20 Sq Cm Or Less
- 15220: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 20 sq cm or less
- 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial mole removal
- Eyelid lesion excision
- Lip lesion removal
- Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
- 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
Also known as:
- Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
- Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
- Breast Reinforcement Implant
- Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
- Tissue Scaffold Implant
CPT Codes:
- 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Breast Implant Capsule Removal
- Complete Breast Capsulectomy
- Removal of Breast Implant Scar Tissue
- Breast Implant Revision (Capsulectomy)
CPT Codes:
- 19371: Peri-implant capsulectomy, breast, complete, including removal of all intracapsular contents
Also known as:
- Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Large Malignant Growth Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
- Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Breast Augmentation with Implants
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Breast Enlargement Surgery
- Boob Job
- Mammoplasty Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 19325: Breast augmentation with implant
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Reconstruction
- Adjacent tissue flap surgery
- Eyelid reconstruction
- Nose reconstruction
- Lip reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14061: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
- Large Skin Cancer Removal
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
CPT Codes:
- 11626: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Finger Extensor Tendon Repair
- Tendon Repair (Finger)
- Finger Tendon Surgery
- Extensor Tendon Reconstruction (Finger)
CPT Codes:
- 26418: Repair, extensor tendon, finger, primary or secondary; without free graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Cleft Palate and Gum Ridge Repair with Bone Graft
- Palatoplasty with Bone Graft
- Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery
- Alveolar Ridge Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 42210: Palatoplasty for cleft palate, with closure of alveolar ridge; with bone graft to alveolar ridge (includes obtaining graft)
Does Dr. Swelstad accept my insurance?
Dr. Swelstad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 242-8177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swelstad accept in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Swelstad in Grand Junction, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Gila River Health Care Corporation
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
State of Colorado
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Swelstad's office located?
Dr. Matthew Swelstad's Primary Practice
2515 Foresight Cir Unit 100
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 242-8177
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 47 reviews
Office Experience
99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
88% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
97% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Matthew Swelstad an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Swelstad has been rated and reviewed by 47 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Swelstad, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Professional Member
What is Dr. Swelstad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swelstad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215970926.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swelstad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swelstad
What is Dr. Matthew Swelstad's specialty?
Dr. Swelstad is a Plastic Surgeon near Grand Junction, CO. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Swelstad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Swelstad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swelstad is affiliated with Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional 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 Matthew Swelstad accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Swelstad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Swelstad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swelstad's office at (970) 242-8177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Swelstad?
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Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Swelstad have?
Dr. Matthew Swelstad is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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