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Dr. Matthew Swiber, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist

Morehead City, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Swiber, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Morehead City, NC?

    Dr. Matthew Swiber, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Morehead City, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Swiber completed his residency at Naval Reg Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Swiber is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swiber’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swiber’s office at (252) 222-3340.

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

    • Residency: Naval Reg Med Ctr, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx

    Is Dr. Swiber board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Swiber, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Swiber speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Swiber typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Swiber 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. Swiber. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Swiber typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Swiber 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. Swiber. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Swiber accept my insurance?

    Dr. Swiber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 222-3340 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swiber accept in Morehead City, NC?

    Dr. Swiber in Morehead City, NC 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 North Carolina

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Swiber's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Swiber's Primary Practice

    4251 Arendell St Ste B

    Morehead City, NC 28557

    (252) 222-3340

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

    Dr. Swiber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730150541.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swiber?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Swiber's specialty?

    Dr. Swiber is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Morehead City, NC.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.

    Is Dr. Matthew Swiber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Swiber is affiliated with Carteret Health Care 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Matthew Swiber accepting new patients in Morehead City, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Swiber is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Swiber offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swiber's office at (252) 222-3340 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Swiber?

    Please contact Dr. Swiber's office at (252) 222-3340 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Swiber's office located?

    Dr. Swiber's office is located in Morehead City, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Swiber have?

    Dr. Matthew Swiber is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.