DR. RICKY G. SWAIM MD
NPI 1972617231
Emergency Medicine in Metairie, LA

Q: What is Ricky Swaim's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ricky Swaim is 1972617231. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 17, 2006.

Q: What is Ricky Swaim's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ricky Swaim was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since August 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

3131 NORTH I-10 SERVICE ROAD EAST, SUITE 308, METAIRIE, LA 70002(504) 833-7770(504) 833-7782 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. Ricky G. Swaim Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. RICKY G. SWAIM MD (NPI 1972617231) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Metairie, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (200944) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jackson County Memorial Hospital Authority, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972617231

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207P00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. RICKY G. SWAIMCredential: MD

Location Address3131 NORTH I-10 SERVICE ROAD EAST, SUITE 308Metairie, LA 70002

Mailing Address3131 North I-10 Service Road East, Suite 308Metairie, LA 70002 · (504) 833-7770 · Fax (504) 833-7782

Phone(504) 833-7770

Fax(504) 833-7782

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated 2005

Enumeration DateAugust 17, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007

✔ NPI 1972617231 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207P00000X

License✔ Licensed in LA · 200944

Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

3131 NORTH I-10 SERVICE ROAD EAST, Metairie, LA 70002

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Medica and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ricky G. Swaim Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID7517964596

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080811000764

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

686 services115 patients

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284

An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.

193 services180 patients

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285

An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.

171 services164 patients

Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306

An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.

43 services41 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310

A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.

37 services24 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

34 services34 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Jackson County Memorial Hospital Authority

Acute Care Hospitals · Altus, OK

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number370022

Location1200 East Pecan StAltus, OK 73521 · Jackson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70002 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$86.76 typical visit price

range $55.50 – $170.30

Typical copayment $21.69 (range $13.87 – $42.57)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$98.35 typical visit price

range $17.42 – $138.03

Typical copayment $24.58 (range $4.35 – $34.50)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

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