John Swan, MD
John Swan, MD has been part of the Vancouver medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at Tulane University School of Medicine (class of 1982), he has been practicing for over 44 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 51% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Uses generic medications more than 48% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3380dNPPES updated 2017-02-01 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
501 Se 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684-9542
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.72%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Washington1.72% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.8%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
134
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
685
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
10,292
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.06M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 Diabetes.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$21 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low 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 2024, attributed to John Swan's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1982
Tulane University School of Medicine
44 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1982)
Mailing address
Po Box 873010, Vancouver, WA 98687-3010
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With John Swan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John Swan for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Vancouver 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 John Swan
NPI records show Dr. Swan as active with telehealth listed in Vancouver, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (360) 882-2778.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact John Swan
Practice Location
501 Se 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684-9542
Mailing Address
Po Box 873010, Vancouver, WA 98687-3010
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