F. Craig Swenson, M.D.
NPI 1942228432 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
F. Craig Swenson, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1942228432).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942228432
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G47541 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,673 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 691 | $136 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 223 | $47 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 177 | $74 |
| X-Ray of Both Hips, 2 Views73521 | 140 | $47 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 69 | $1,314 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 100 | 78 |
| Meloxicam | 78 | 40 |
| Amoxicillin | 66 | 52 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 39 | — |
| Celecoxib | 31 | 11 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 27 | 20 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$54 across 1 record (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-17
- Last updated
- 2015-03-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is F. Craig Swenson's NPI number?
- F. Craig Swenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942228432, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is F. Craig Swenson's specialty?
- F. Craig Swenson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is F. Craig Swenson located?
- F. Craig Swenson's practice location on file with NPPES is 9850 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037.
- What is F. Craig Swenson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for F. Craig Swenson is (858) 535-1075.
- Does F. Craig Swenson accept Medicare?
- F. Craig Swenson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is F. Craig Swenson's NPI active?
- Yes — F. Craig Swenson's NPI (1942228432) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-03-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.