FRESCA SWANIKER
NPI 1982754719
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Panama City, FL

Active since January 12, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
615 N BONITA AVE, PANAMA CITY, FL 32401(850) 913-6960 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 3, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Fresca Swaniker NPPES

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

FRESCA SWANIKER (NPI 1982754719) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Panama City, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME127122) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Bay, and is a graduate of Other (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982754719
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X
Provider Legal NameFRESCA SWANIKER
Location Address615 N BONITA AVEPanama City, FL 32401-3623
Mailing Address4205 Belfort Rd Ste 4015Jacksonville, FL 32216-3623
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateJanuary 12, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 3, 2024
NPPES CertifiedOctober 3, 2024
✔ NPI 1982754719 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical Critical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0102X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME127122
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
615 N BONITA AVE, Panama City, FL 32401

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Fresca Swaniker 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 ID4789652678
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160509000471, I20160602000946
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

5

Medicare enrollment records show Fresca Swaniker reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Adult Care Home
4451 BAYOU BLVD
Pensacola, FL 32503
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Sacred Heart Health System Inc
  • 446 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
3125 DR RUSSELL SMITH WAY
Carthage, MO 64836
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 562 clinicians in this Medicare group
Pediatrics
1555 E CHICAGO RD
Sturgis, MI 49091
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 465 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
6190 GEORGETOWN BLVD STE 102
Eldersburg, MD 21784
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maryland enrollment
  • 664 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
489 STATE ST
Bangor, ME 04401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maine enrollment
  • 788 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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 hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
51 services32 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
32 services32 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
15 services15 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
15 services15 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Ascension Sacred Heart Bay

Acute Care Hospitals · Panama City, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100026
Location615 N Bonita AvePanama City, FL 32401 · Bay County
Emergency services

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bangor, ME
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number200033
Location489 State StreetBangor, ME 04401 · Penobscot County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner (Critical Care Medicine)
615 N BONITA AVE
PANAMA CITY, FL 32401
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
615 N BONITA AVE
PANAMA CITY, FL 32401
Emergency Medicine
615 N BONITA AVE
PANAMA CITY, FL 32401
Hospitalist
615 N BONITA AVE
PANAMA CITY, FL 32401
Emergency Medicine
615 N BONITA AVE, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
PANAMA CITY, FL 32401
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
615 N BONITA AVE
PANAMA CITY, FL 32401
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
615 N BONITA AVE
PANAMA CITY, FL 32401
Emergency Medicine
615 N BONITA AVE
PANAMA CITY, FL 32401

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Fresca Swaniker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Fresca Swaniker is 1982754719. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 12, 2007.

Where is Fresca Swaniker located?

Fresca Swaniker practices at 615 N Bonita Ave, Panama City, FL 32401. The listed phone number is (850) 913-6960.

What is Fresca Swaniker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, with taxonomy code 2086S0102X.

Is Fresca Swaniker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Fresca Swaniker is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Fresca Swaniker's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Fresca Swaniker reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Sacred Heart Hospital Of Pensacola (Pensacola, FL), Mercy Clinic Joplin LLC (Carthage, MO), Ascension Medical Group Promed (Sturgis, MI), Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Inc (Eldersburg, MD) and Eastern Maine Medical Center (Bangor, ME). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Fresca Swaniker's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Fresca Swaniker accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and 1 other insurer list Fresca Swaniker as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Fresca Swaniker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Fresca Swaniker is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Bay and Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Fresca Swaniker was last updated on October 3, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.