Gary N Swanson, MD
Gary N Swanson is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry specialist based in Pittsburgh, PA with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across PA can see Gary N Swanson, MD in person in Pittsburgh or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Wayne State University School of Medicine graduate since 1986, he brings 40+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have anxiety, mood disorders, and depression. CMS MIPS quality score: 93.78/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Federal MIPS score higher than 73% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4 Allegheny Ctr Fl 8, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5255
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 73% of doctors in Pennsylvania on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.78/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.2 pts)
Better than 73% of MIPS-scored doctors in PennsylvaniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.6%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.8 pts)
Better than 84% of reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
41
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
112
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,366
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $92k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — 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 (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-26%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder — difficulty focusing, hyperactivity, and impulsivity
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 1, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a subspecialty of psychiatry with additional skills and training in the diagnosis and treatment of developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental disorders of childhood and adolescence.
Taxonomy: 2084P0804X
Education & Training
Wayne State University School of Medicine (Class of 1986)
Virtual Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Care With Gary N Swanson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Gary N Swanson for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Pittsburgh 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 Gary N Swanson
Dr. Swanson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Pittsburgh, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (412) 330-4000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Gary N Swanson
Practice Location
4 Allegheny Ctr Fl 8, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5255
Mailing Address
4 Allegheny Ctr Fl 8, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5255
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