Dr. Stefan Swicker, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Swicker completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine.
Dr. Swicker is fluent in English, Arabic, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swicker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swicker’s office at (518) 618-1100.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Swicker?
Dr. Stefan Swicker, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Swicker empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Nutrition, Obesity, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Albany/NY community, Dr. Swicker is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Swicker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine | Albany Medical Center
Is Dr. Swicker board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Stefan Swicker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Pediatrics since 1996, American Board of Pediatrics since 2004, American Board of Pediatrics since 2011, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1996, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2006
What languages does Dr. Swicker speak?
Dr. Swicker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Swicker treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Swicker 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. Swicker. 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:
Routine Adult Health Checkup
Health Checkup
Adult physical exam
Annual wellness visit for adults
General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
High Cholesterol
Lipoprotein Metabolism Disorder
Cholesterol
Lipid Metabolism Disorder
Hypercholesterolemia
High blood cholesterol
Elevated cholesterol
Lipoprotein Processing Problems
Fat Metabolism Disorders
Lipid Transport Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
E7889: Other lipoprotein metabolism disorders
Also known as:
High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes Type 2
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
Adult-Onset Diabetes
Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
Health Checkup
Normal Well-Child Checkup
Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
Colon Cancer Screening
Prostate Cancer Screening
Health Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy Screening
Bowel Cancer Screening
PSA Test
Prostate Exam
Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
Health Screening
Mammography
Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Mammograms
Breast X-ray
Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
Prediabetes
Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
Borderline diabetes
Insulin resistance
High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
Body Weight
Normal BMI for child
Child healthy weight
Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
COVID-19
COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
Coronavirus Disease 2019
SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
General Disorder Screening
Health Screening
General Health Check
Disease Screening
Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
Hypothyroidism
Congenital hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
Underactive Thyroid
Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
Other Pre-Procedure Examination
Various pre-op checks
Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
Urinary Ostomy Care
Ostomy
Urostomy Care
Urinary Stoma Management
Kidney Ostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
Z436: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of urinary tract
Also known as:
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
Health Screening
STD screening
Sexual health check
Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
Malabsorption After Surgery
After Surgery
Malabsorption Syndromes
Postoperative Malabsorption
Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
Blood in Urine
Urine and Urination
Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
Hematuria
Bloody urine
Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
R319: Hematuria, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Swicker perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Stefan Swicker may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Swicker's office.
Does Dr. Swicker accept my insurance?
Dr. Swicker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 618-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swicker accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Swicker in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Swicker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swicker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629060819.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swicker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swicker
What is Dr. Stefan Swicker's specialty?
Dr. Swicker is a Internist near Albany, NY.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Swicker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stefan Swicker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Swicker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, NY.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Stefan Swicker accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Stefan Swicker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stefan Swicker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swicker's office at (518) 618-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stefan Swicker?
Please contact Dr. Swicker's office at (518) 618-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stefan Swicker have?
Dr. Stefan Swicker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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