Ricky Swaim, MD
NPI 1972617231 · Emergency Medicine Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ricky Swaim, MD is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1972617231).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972617231
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200944 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,203 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 686 | $100 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 193 | $114 |
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 171 | $165 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 43 | $170 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 37 | $143 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methocarbamol | 71 | 69 |
| Prednisone | 56 | 53 |
| Cephalexin | 33 | 32 |
| Azithromycin | 22 | 21 |
| Naproxen | 19 | 19 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 15 | 14 |
| Levofloxacin | 14 | 14 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 14 | 14 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-17
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ricky Swaim's NPI number?
- Ricky Swaim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972617231, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ricky Swaim's specialty?
- Ricky Swaim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ricky Swaim located?
- Ricky Swaim's practice location on file with NPPES is 3131 North I-10 Service Road East, Metairie, LA 70002.
- What is Ricky Swaim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ricky Swaim is (504) 833-7770.
- Does Ricky Swaim accept Medicare?
- Ricky Swaim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ricky Swaim's NPI active?
- Yes — Ricky Swaim's NPI (1972617231) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.