Dr. Howard J Swanson

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 51+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Howard J Swanson, MD, is a Rheumatology specialist in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. He attended and graduated from University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1973, having over 51 years of diverse experience, especially in Rheumatology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Ministry Saint Josephs Hospital, Ministry St Michaels Hospital Of Stevens Point. Dr. Howard J Swanson also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Marshfield Clinic. Dr. Howard J Swanson does not accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Howard J Swanson at 1000 Starr Ave to request Dr. Howard J Swanson the information (advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1000 Starr Ave
Eau Claire, WI 54703-1821
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Howard J Swanson
Gender Male
PECOS ID 8224168075
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does not accept Medicare assignment.

Medical Specialties

  • Rheumatology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 51 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Howard J Swanson attended and graduated from University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1973.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1619077021
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, September 25, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Howard J Swanson

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Howard J Swanson has been primarily specialized in Rheumatology for over 51 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Rheumatology
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    Rheumatology
    An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and "collagen" diseases.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    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.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Marshfield Clinic


Practice Locations

1000 Starr Ave
Eau Claire, WI 54703-1821
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, March 17, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Wednesday, March 3, 2010. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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