Kyaw K Swe, M.D
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Kyaw K Swe is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Bakersfield, CA with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: RHEUMATOLOGY
Kyaw K Swe, M.D has been part of the Bakersfield medical community since 2006 in independent practice. He has been in practice for 31+ years. Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, and more.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 39% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 675dNPPES updated 2024-07-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.58%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2.5 pts)
7.58% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.5%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
26
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
938
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,583
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.96M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jul 17, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
3501 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93309-2150
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Kyaw K Swe
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kyaw K Swe for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Bakersfield 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 Kyaw K Swe
Dr. Swe is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Bakersfield, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (661) 337-7166.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2620 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301-2015
Mailing Address
3501 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93309-2150
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