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Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD

Specializes in: Hospice and Palliative Medicine (End-of-Life Care and Serious Illness), Oncology (Cancer Care), Family Medicine and Geriatrics (Elderly Care)
Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College
Professional interests include: cystogram, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, pancreatic cancer, and more.
833 Chestnut Street Suite 301
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD is a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA specializing in hospice and palliative medicine (end-of-life care and serious illness), oncology (cancer care), family medicine and geriatrics (elderly care). She graduated from Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College. Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Health and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

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Office Locations

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

33 South 9th Street Suite 301
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 955-6664
(215) 923-9186
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833 Chestnut Street Suite 301
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 955-7190
(215) 923-9186
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Some issues Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Mononucleosis (Mono)

Mononucleosis, frequently called ''mono,'' is a viral infection that causes fatigue, fever, swollen lymph glands, and sore throat. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), spread through saliva, is the primary virus that leads to mono. Mono is most common in teenagers and young adults, where EBV is often transmitted through kissing or sharing drinks. For this reason, mono is colloquially referred to as ''the kissing disease.'' Mononucleosis usually resolves on its own; however, recovery from mono can take from several days to several weeks. Some young adults may continue to experience extreme fatigue from mono for months, often requiring a semester home from school.

Mononucleosis happens in three stages:

During the initial stage, those with mono may experience few symptoms as EBV replicates in the body. Symptoms such as headaches and body aches are often misattributed to allergies or stress. People with mono may continue performing their daily activities and attending school, leading to increased transmission of the virus to others. The initial stage lasts for about five to fourteen days.

During the acute stage, mono symptoms intensify and may include the enlargement of the spleen, a sore throat, fatigue, liver issues, and skin rashes. The mono infection is at its worst in this stage.

Lastly, the convalescent stage is when recovery begins. This period of healing can last from two to six months.

Mono can be detected by a physical exam; physicians can diagnose mono by checking for inflamed lymph nodes, tonsils, or spleens. Blood antibody tests may also help diagnose mono by revealing antibodies in the blood that were formed as a response to the Epstein-Barr virus. Elevated levels of white blood cells can also suggest that a patient has mono.

There are no medications specifically for mono or the Epstein-Barr virus, and patients are advised to rest and avoid strenuous exercise. Drinking plenty of fluids, eating a healthy diet, and taking anti-inflammatory ibuprofen (motrin) may also help people who are afflicted with mono feel better.

People with mono should take precautions to avoid spreading the condition to others. They can prevent infection by not sharing glasses, food, and utensils with others until they fully recover.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Volume:

inpatient hospital care

In 2024, Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD performed more inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within Pennsylvania.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 204
hospital care 197
inpatient care 197
nursing home care 139
preventive care 23
vaccines 23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care and nursing home care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 150
hospital care 164
inpatient care 164
nursing home care 35

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 83
Female 158
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 160
Black 70
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 46
From 75 to 84 69
85 and over 92
Less than 65 34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2013

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 15
Ischemic Heart Disease 49
Depression 38
Chronic Kidney Disease 40
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 13
Atrial Fibrilation 26
Heart Failure 39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 26
Diabetes 34
Dementia 32
Cancer 17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2014 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 80
hospital care 265
inpatient care 265

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 100
Female 154
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 159
Black 72
Hispanic 0
Asian 12
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 85
From 75 to 84 79
85 and over 53
Less than 65 37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2014

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 19
Ischemic Heart Disease 48
Depression 48
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 13
Atrial Fibrilation 22
Heart Failure 35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 23
Diabetes 40
Dementia 33
Cancer 27

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2015 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 121
hospital care 380
inpatient care 380

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 284
Female 406
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 488
Black 164
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 230
From 75 to 84 192
85 and over 186
Less than 65 82

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2015

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 20
Ischemic Heart Disease 53
Depression 43
Chronic Kidney Disease 46
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 15
Atrial Fibrilation 28
Heart Failure 38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 25
Diabetes 38
Dementia 38
Cancer 24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 120
hospital care 436
inpatient care 436
preventive care 17
vaccines 17

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 150
Female 206
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 255
Black 69
Hispanic 0
Asian 16
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 134
From 75 to 84 102
85 and over 81
Less than 65 39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2016

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 67
Stroke 16
Ischemic Heart Disease 51
Depression 56
Chronic Kidney Disease 51
Asthma 25
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 22
Heart Failure 38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 25
Diabetes 41
Dementia 40
Cancer 21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 163
hospital care 410
inpatient care 410
preventive care 11
vaccines 11

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 132
Female 197
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 239
Black 65
Hispanic 0
Asian 12
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 116
From 75 to 84 107
85 and over 78
Less than 65 28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2017

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 64
Stroke 21
Ischemic Heart Disease 55
Depression 53
Chronic Kidney Disease 50
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 29
Diabetes 38
Dementia 43
Cancer 26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 146
hospital care 459
inpatient care 448
outpatient care 11
preventive care 15
vaccines 15

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 146
Female 262
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 310
Black 72
Hispanic 0
Asian 15
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 132
From 75 to 84 123
85 and over 116
Less than 65 37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2018

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 17
Ischemic Heart Disease 50
Depression 58
Chronic Kidney Disease 50
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 20
Atrial Fibrilation 23
Heart Failure 32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 25
Diabetes 32
Dementia 44
Cancer 20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 149
hospital care 417
inpatient care 417
preventive care 14
vaccines 14

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 136
Female 208
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 252
Black 53
Hispanic 0
Asian 22
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 105
From 75 to 84 124
85 and over 103
Less than 65 12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2019

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 69
Stroke 19
Ischemic Heart Disease 47
Depression 53
Chronic Kidney Disease 52
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 19
Atrial Fibrilation 21
Heart Failure 30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 28
Diabetes 36
Dementia 46
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2020 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 60
hospital care 346
inpatient care 346

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 111
Female 159
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 183
Black 66
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 88
From 75 to 84 72
85 and over 86
Less than 65 24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2020

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 17
Ischemic Heart Disease 45
Depression 53
Chronic Kidney Disease 58
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 21
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 27
Diabetes 38
Dementia 47
Cancer 17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 12
hospital care 261
inpatient care 261

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 79
Female 98
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 135
Black 28
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 54
From 75 to 84 70
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2021

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 23
Ischemic Heart Disease 53
Depression 55
Chronic Kidney Disease 67
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 27
Atrial Fibrilation 33
Heart Failure 43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 29
Diabetes 41
Dementia 59
Cancer 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2022 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 13
hospital care 261
inpatient care 261

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 86
Female 90
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 125
Black 26
Hispanic 0
Asian 14
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 51
From 75 to 84 71
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2022

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 33
Ischemic Heart Disease 48
Depression 44
Chronic Kidney Disease 46
Asthma 16
Osteoperosis 24
Atrial Fibrilation 36
Heart Failure 34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 27
Diabetes 43
Dementia 48
Cancer 20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2023 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 14
hospital care 372
inpatient care 372

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 120
Female 120
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 183
Black 30
Hispanic 0
Asian 12
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 0
From 75 to 84 81
85 and over 81
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2023

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 32
Ischemic Heart Disease 54
Depression 47
Chronic Kidney Disease 48
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 25
Atrial Fibrilation 37
Heart Failure 35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 32
Diabetes 39
Dementia 42
Cancer 26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA during 2024 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 11
hospital care 525
inpatient care 525

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 140
Female 199
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 272
Black 48
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 112
From 75 to 84 125
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD in 2024

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 38
Ischemic Heart Disease 47
Depression 43
Chronic Kidney Disease 40
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 31
Atrial Fibrilation 31
Heart Failure 40
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 34
Diabetes 37
Dementia 40
Cancer 22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated as a hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and preventive care.

doctor visit 95
hospital care 345
inpatient care 344
nursing home care 87
outpatient care 11
preventive care 16
vaccines 16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD.

Gender
Male 120
Female 173
Ethnicity
Black / African American 58
Asian / Pacific Islander 7
Non-Hispanic White 212
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 93
85 and over 67
Less than 65 22
65 to 74 88

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 20
Ischemic Heart Disease 46
Depression 45
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 12
Osteoporosis 18
Heart Failure 33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 25
Diabetes 35
Atrial Fibrillation 24
Dementia 39
Cancer 19

Education & Training

Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD graduated from Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College. She completed residency at Jefferson University Hospitals. She is certified by the Board Certification: Hospice & Palliative Medicine and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College

Residency: Jefferson University Hospitals

Board Certification: Board Certification: Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: QualCare, United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), Aetna Medicare, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, CIGNA Medicare, Blue Cross Federal, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, WellCare, AmeriHealth, AARP, MultiPlan, CIGNA Commercial, Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Humana, Cigna, Workers' Compensation, Devon Health, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA), Medical Assistance of New Jersey, Provider Partners Medicare, PA Health and Wellness CHC, Devoted Medicare, Medical Assistance of Delaware, Keystone First/CHC/VIP, Blue Card by BCBS, Medicare FFS, Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross - Various plans, Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans, UPMC, Aetna Better Health CHIP PA, Highmark Wholecare, Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness and Keystone First VIP.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

QualCare
United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice)
Aetna Medicare
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
CIGNA Medicare
Blue Cross Federal
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
GEHA
WellCare
AmeriHealth
AARP
MultiPlan
CIGNA Commercial
Geisinger Health Plan
US Family Health Plan
United Healthcare
Humana
Cigna
Workers' Compensation
Devon Health
TRICARE
First Health
WellPoint
Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA)
Medical Assistance of New Jersey
Provider Partners Medicare
PA Health and Wellness CHC
Devoted Medicare
Medical Assistance of Delaware
Keystone First/CHC/VIP
Blue Card by BCBS
Medicare FFS
Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania
Independence Blue Cross - Various plans
Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans
UPMC
Aetna Better Health CHIP PA
Highmark Wholecare
Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness
Keystone First VIP

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.87 out of 5 stars based on 1266 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Kristine Swartz, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Philadelphia, PA. 

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Biography

Dr. Kristine Swartz's areas of specialization are hospice and palliative medicine (end-of-life care and serious illness), family medicine, and oncology (cancer care). Her clinical interests include cystocele (bladder prolapse), mononucleosis (mono), and diabetes. Patient ratings for Dr. Swartz average 5.0 stars (out of 5). She seems to honor Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Coventry, and Geisinger Health Plan, as well as other insurance carriers. Before completing her residency at Jefferson University Hospitals, Dr. Swartz attended medical school at Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College. Dr. Swartz is professionally affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. She has a closed panel according to Jefferson Health.

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