Kurt A Swanson, DO
Patients across IA can see Kurt a Swanson, DO in person in Decorah or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Chicago College of Osteopathy graduate since 1995, he brings 31+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Uses generic medications more than 56% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3825dNPPES updated 2015-11-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Iowa Board of Medicine
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 = better2%
Iowa avg: 2.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
2% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.7%
Iowa avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IowaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
501
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
388
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,962
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $397k
Percentile rankings compared against 75 reporting peers in Iowa.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
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 · 1995
Chicago College of Osteopathy
31 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
Chicago College of Osteopathy (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601-5429
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Kurt a Swanson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kurt a Swanson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Decorah 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 Kurt a Swanson
NPI records show Dr. Swanson as active with telehealth listed in Decorah, IA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (563) 382-3140.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kurt a Swanson
Practice Location
1830 State Highway 9, Decorah, IA 52101-7301
Mailing Address
1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601-5429
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