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Dr. George Swanson, MD

Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Emergency Medicine Specialist, Anesthesiologist

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. 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 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 a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Swanson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    What procedures does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Swanson typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Swanson 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. George Swanson's Practice 2

    2333 McCallie Ave

    Chattanooga, TN 37404

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    Dr. George Swanson's Practice 3

    421 S Main St

    Crossville, TN 38555

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    What is Dr. Swanson's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. George Swanson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Swanson is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Camc General Hospital, The Medical Center At Bowling Green 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 Critical Care Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. George Swanson?

    Please contact Dr. Swanson's office at (865) 835-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Swanson's office located?

    Dr. Swanson's offices are located in Oak Ridge, TN, Chattanooga, TN, and Crossville, TN.