Dr. Richard T. Swanson
Rheumatology in Saint Joseph, Michigan
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 53+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Richard T. Swanson, MD, is a Rheumatology specialist in Saint Joseph, Michigan. He attended and graduated from Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1971, having over 53 years of diverse experience, especially in Rheumatology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including South Haven Community Hospital. Dr. Richard T. Swanson also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including South Haven Community Hospital. Dr. Richard T. Swanson accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (269) 408-0990 to request Dr. Richard T. Swanson the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Richard T. Swanson |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
8325947856 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Rheumatology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 53 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
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Education and Training
- Dr. Richard T. Swanson attended and graduated from Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1971.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1982623435
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Friday, February 10, 2012
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does not 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.
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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.
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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.
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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. Richard T. Swanson
Medical Licenses
Dr. Richard T. Swanson has been primarily specialized in Rheumatology for over 53 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Rheumatology
click for detail 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.
| 4301086372 | Michigan |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| South Haven, Michigan | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- South Haven Community Hospital
| South Haven Community Hospital | 28 |
Practice Locations
3950 Hollywood Rd
Suite 280
Saint Joseph, MI 49085-9159
Phone: (269) 408-0990
Fax: (269) 408-0993
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, February 20, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Friday, February 10, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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