Nicole Swavely, MD

Rheumatology Internal Medicine

(720) 494-4700Wheat Ridge, CO
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across CO can see Nicole Swavely, MD in person in Wheat Ridge or via virtual visit — no travel required. She graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, high cholesterol, and osteoporosis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 60 Internal Medicine providers in COSee all Internal Medicine in Wheat Ridge15+ years experienceNPI since 2011

Older · 534dNPPES updated 2024-11-18 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3455 Lutheran Pkwy Ste 100, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033-6028

Fax: (720) 494-4706
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

5.29%

Colorado avg: 6.1 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.2 pts)

5.29% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

387

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

312

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,494

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $727k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Arthritis, High Cholesterol, and Osteoporosis.

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+25%)74%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-7%)63%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+43%)61%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-17%)53%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
24%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-7%)23%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-9%)23%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2011

    Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Nov 17, 2024

    CMS-verified certification date

  3. 15 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Education & Training

Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (Class of 2011)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 35380, Las Vegas, NV 89133-5380

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Nicole Swavely

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Nicole Swavely for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Wheat Ridge 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 Nicole Swavely

Dr. Swavely is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Wheat Ridge, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (720) 494-4700.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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