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Dr. Erik Swenson, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Urbandale, IA
- NPI 1720036353
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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8421 Plum Dr
Urbandale, IA 503227356
(515) 270-7222
fax (515) 270-7202
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 13, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Iowa #37661 · Wisconsin #47321
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720036353. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
74,863
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,157,943
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0717 |
Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 24,000 | 16 | $5 | |
J3111 |
Injection, romosozumab-aqqg, 1 mg | 18,690 | 37 | $10 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 14,940 | 160 | $23 | |
J1745 |
Injection, infliximab, excludes biosimilar, 10 mg | 4,180 | 20 | $33 | |
Q5104 |
Injection, infliximab-abda, biosimilar, (renflexis), 10 mg | 2,200 | 12 | $37 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 1,047 | 542 | $8 | |
82565 |
Blood creatinine level | 946 | 505 | $5 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 673 | 387 | $120 | |
85027 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test | 627 | 316 | $6 | |
82040 |
Albumin (protein) level | 553 | 266 | $5 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Urbandale Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 1,273. This provider delivers 59× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,174
Patients
788
Total drug cost
$612,759
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 773 | 145 | $20,120 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 620 | 185 | $6,720 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 354 | 95 | $6,339 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 340 | 85 | $24,280 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 134 | 37 | $1,785 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 130 | 38 | $1,343 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 126 | 40 | $713 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 125 | 38 | $3,745 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 111 | 25 | $6,098 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 108 | 34 | $4,420 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Erik Swenson's medical specialty?
Dr. Erik Swenson practices Rheumatology Physician in Urbandale, IA.
Where does Dr. Erik Swenson practice?
Dr. Erik Swenson practices at 8421 Plum Dr, Urbandale, IA 503227356. Office phone: 5152707222.
What is Dr. Erik Swenson's NPI?
Dr. Erik Swenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720036353, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Erik Swenson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Erik Swenson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Erik Swenson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0717); Injection, romosozumab-aqqg, 1 mg (HCPCS J3111); Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.