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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swinnen, Medical Oncologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Lode Swinnen, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Swinnen completed his residency at St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Swinnen is fluent in English, Dutch; Flemish, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swinnen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swinnen’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Swinnen?
Dr. Lode Swinnen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Swinnen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hematologic Malignancies, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Baltimore, MD community, Dr. Swinnen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Swinnen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Cape Town- Fac Of Med- Cape Town- So Africa
Is Dr. Swinnen board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Lode Swinnen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Swinnen speak?
Dr. Swinnen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Dutch; Flemish
English
French
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Swinnen typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Swinnen 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. Swinnen. 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:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
- Large B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
- C8331: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of head, face, and neck
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Swinnen typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Swinnen 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. Swinnen. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Swinnen accept my insurance?
Dr. Swinnen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swinnen accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Swinnen in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Globe Life
Highmark Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Swinnen's office located?
What is Dr. Swinnen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swinnen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417988148.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swinnen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swinnen
What is Dr. Lode Swinnen's specialty?
Dr. Swinnen is a Medical Oncologist near Baltimore, MD.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Lode Swinnen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swinnen is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins 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
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lode Swinnen accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Lode Swinnen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lode Swinnen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swinnen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lode Swinnen?
Please contact Dr. Swinnen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lode Swinnen have?
Dr. Lode Swinnen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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