Sarah Swafford, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Sarah Swafford is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Cohutta, GA with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Sarah Swafford, MD specializes in psychiatry & neurology, serving patients in Cohutta, GA in group practice. Trained at Mercer University School of Medicine (class of 2014), she has been practicing for over 12 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include anxiety, mood disorders, and hypertension (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 56% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Uses generic medications more than 75% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1464dNPPES updated 2022-05-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5399 Cleveland Hwy, Cohutta, GA 30710-9509
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 = better0.28%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Georgia0.28% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.6%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.8 pts)
Better than 75% of reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
60
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
134
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,889
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $338k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Hypertension.
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
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+36%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ 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
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.
$354 received from industry
23 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Sarah Swafford's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2014
Mercer University School of Medicine
Board certified · May 19, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Mercer University School of Medicine (Class of 2014)
Mailing address
Po Box 351, Varnell, GA 30756-0351
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Sarah Swafford
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sarah Swafford for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Cohutta 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 Sarah Swafford
Dr. Swafford is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Cohutta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (706) 460-2170.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sarah Swafford
Practice Location
5399 Cleveland Hwy, Cohutta, GA 30710-9509
Mailing Address
Po Box 351, Varnell, GA 30756-0351
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