David M Swope, M.D.
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
David M Swope is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in New York, NY with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
David M Swope, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 37+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Loma Linda University School of Medicine (class of 1989), he has been practicing for over 37 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and parkinson (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 66% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4387dNPPES updated 2014-06-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.6%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
386
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
362
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,364
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $399k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Parkinson's Disease.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A progressive nervous system disorder affecting movement and coordination
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.1k received from industry
15 transactions reported in 2018 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to David M Swope's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.43 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
Loma Linda University School of Medicine
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Loma Linda University School of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
Po Box 95000-2445, Philadelphia, PA 19195-2445
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 191308
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David M Swope for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to New York required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David M Swope
NPI records show Dr. Swope as active with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 844-6910.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David M Swope
Practice Location
10 Union Sq E, New York, NY 10003-3314
Mailing Address
Po Box 95000-2445, Philadelphia, PA 19195-2445
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