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Richard S. Swales, OD

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About Dr. Swales

Richard S. Swales, OD is an optometrist practicing in Lawton, OK. Richard trained at University of Houston - College of Optometry, graduating in 1975. According to Medicare claims data, Richard cared for 231 Medicare patients across 255 services. The services billed most often include photography of the retina, established patient complete exam of visual system, and exam of visual field with extended testing. This provider record is associated with NPI 1447248646.

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Education & Training

Specialty

Optometrist (Primary)

Credentials & Licensing

OK licenceAs reported to the NPI registry
No. 901As reported
NPINational Provider Identifier
1447248646Issued 2005

As reported to the NPI registry ↗

Medicare information

Accepts Medicare assignmentYes
Medicare opt-outNo
Can order and refer in MedicareYes

Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.

Common questions

What does Dr. Swales specialize in?

Dr. Swales is an optometrist in Lawton, OK. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry.

NPI registry

Where is Dr. Swales located?

Dr. Swales is listed at 2518 W Gore Blvd, Lawton, OK 73505. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Swales's phone number?

The number on file is (580) 357-6911. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Swales's NPI number?

Dr. Swales's National Provider Identifier is 1447248646. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.

NPI registry

Where did Dr. Swales go to medical school?

Dr. Swales attended University of Houston - College of Optometry, graduating in 1975. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

How long has Dr. Swales been practicing?

Dr. Swales has 51 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1975, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

What does Dr. Swales do most often?

According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Swales provides treatments such as photography of the retina and established patient complete exam of visual system. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.

Medicare claims

Has Dr. Swales confirmed this information?

Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Swales. If this is you, claiming it is free.

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