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Dr. George Swanson, MD
Oak Ridge, TN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swanson, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Oak Ridge, TN?
Dr. George Swanson, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Oak Ridge, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Swanson completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Anesthesiology; Kttc Med Ctr Keesler, Internal Medicine. Dr. Swanson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swanson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swanson’s office at (865) 835-1000.
Where did Dr. Swanson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Anesthesiology; Kttc Med Ctr Keesler, Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Swanson speak?
Dr. Swanson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Swanson treat?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Swanson 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. Swanson. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Swanson perform as a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. George Swanson may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Swanson's office.
Does Dr. Swanson accept my insurance?
Dr. Swanson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 835-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swanson accept in Oak Ridge, TN?
Dr. Swanson in Oak Ridge, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Swanson's office located?
Dr. George Swanson's Primary Practice
990 Oak Ridge Tpke
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
(865) 835-1000
What is Dr. Swanson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swanson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538136759.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swanson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swanson
What is Dr. George Swanson's specialty?
Dr. Swanson is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Oak Ridge, TN. A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care. Contact Dr. Swanson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Swanson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swanson is affiliated with CAMC General Hospital, TriStar Centennial 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Anesthesiologist?
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Is George Swanson accepting new patients in Oak Ridge, TN?
Yes, Dr. George Swanson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Swanson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swanson's office at (865) 835-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Swanson?
Please contact Dr. Swanson's office at (865) 835-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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