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Dr. Carol Swift, MD

Dr. Carol Swift, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Gonzales, LA

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Swift, Family Medicine Specialist in Gonzales, LA?

    Dr. Carol Swift, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gonzales, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Swift completed her residency at Baton Rouge Gen Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Kttc Med Ctr Keesler, General Surgery. Dr. Swift is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swift’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swift’s office.

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

    • Residency: Baton Rouge Gen Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Kttc Med Ctr Keesler, General Surgery | Baton Rouge Gen Med Center

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana --

    What languages does Dr. Swift speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Swift typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Swift 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. Swift. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with 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 Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Swift typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carol Swift may include:

    Please contact Dr. Swift's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Swift accept my insurance?

    Dr. Swift accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swift accept in Gonzales, LA?

    Dr. Swift in Gonzales, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Swift's office located?

    Dr. Carol Swift's Primary Practice

    2647 S Saint Elizabeth Blvd

    Gonzales, LA 70737

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    Louisiana Cardiology Associates

    6516 E Myrtle Ave

    Baker, LA 70714

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    Dr. Carol Swift's Practice 3

    18989 Old Scenic Hwy

    Zachary, LA 70791

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    What hospitals are Dr. Swift affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Swift has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Pointe Coupee General Hospital,New Roads, LA
    Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center,Baton Rouge, LA
    Lane Regional Medical Center,Zachary, LA

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

    Dr. Swift's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396729513.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swift?

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

    What is Dr. Carol Swift's specialty?

    Dr. Swift is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gonzales, LA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Carol Swift affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Swift is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Woman's Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Carol Swift accepting new patients in Gonzales, LA?

    No, Dr. Carol Swift is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carol Swift offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swift's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carol Swift?

    Please contact Dr. Swift's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Swift's office located?

    Dr. Swift's offices are located in Gonzales, LA, Baker, LA, and Zachary, LA.