Dr. John S Swogger

Ophthalmology in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

MEDICARE CERTIFIED
12+ YEARS EXP

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Overview

Dr. John S Swogger, DO, is an Ophthalmology specialist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012, having over 12 years of diverse experience, especially in Ophthalmology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Ohio State University Hospitals. Dr. John S Swogger also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including University Of Pittsburgh Physicians. Dr. John S Swogger accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (412) 647-2200 to request Dr. John S Swogger the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

203 Lothrop St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2588

(412) 647-2200

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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name	John S Swogger
Gender	Male
PECOS ID	6103110978
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

Ophthalmology (primary specialty)

Experience

Over 12 years of diverse experience

Credentials

Doctor of Osteopathic (DO)
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Doctor of Osteopathic

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O. or DO) is a professional doctoral degree for physicians and surgeons offered by medical schools in the United States. Holders of the D.O. degree have attained the ability to become licensed as osteopathic physicians who have equivalent rights, privileges, and responsibilities as physicians with a Doctor of Medicine degree (M.D.).

Education and Training

Dr. John S Swogger attended and graduated from Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012.

NPPES Info

NPI #: 1033473483
NPI Enumeration Date: Saturday, June 30, 2012

Quality Reporting

eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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.
EHR - He does not 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. John S Swogger

English

Medical Licenses

Dr. John S Swogger has been primarily specialized in Ophthalmology for over 12 years of experience.

Specialization	License Number	Issued State
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Ophthalmology click for detail Ophthalmology An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.	34012195	Ohio
Student, Health Care / Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program click for detail Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.	OT014774	New Mexico

Affiliated Hospitals

Hospital Name	Location	Hospital Type	Hospital Ownership
Ohio State University Hospitals	Columbus, Ohio	Acute Care Hospitals	Government - State

Medical Group Practice

Doing Business As	Legal Organization Name	Number of members
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians	University Of Pittsburgh Physicians	3108

Practice Locations

203 Lothrop St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2588
Phone: (412) 647-2200
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