19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schwager, Emergency Medicine Specialist in McComb, MS?
Dr. Keith Schwager, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in McComb, MS with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Schwager graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Schwager is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schwager’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schwager’s office at (601) 249-1382.
Where did Dr. Schwager go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology
Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University Of Ms Sch Of Medicine | University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Is Dr. Schwager board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Keith Schwager, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Schwager speak?
Dr. Schwager and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schwager typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schwager 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. Schwager. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schwager typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Keith Schwager may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Schwager's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schwager accept my insurance?
Dr. Schwager accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 249-1382 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schwager accept in McComb, MS?
Dr. Schwager in McComb, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schwager's office located?
What is Dr. Schwager's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schwager's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447282165.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwager?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schwager
What is Dr. Keith Schwager's specialty?
Dr. Schwager is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near McComb, MS.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Keith Schwager affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schwager is affiliated with Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, University Of Mississippi Medical Center, North Oaks Medical Center, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Keith Schwager accepting new patients in McComb, MS?
Yes, Dr. Keith Schwager is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keith Schwager offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schwager's office at (601) 249-1382 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keith Schwager?
Please contact Dr. Schwager's office at (601) 249-1382 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Keith Schwager have?
Dr. Keith Schwager is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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