Summary

Dr. Joseph Swiggum treats tobacco use disorder, breathing problems, and chronic lung disease, and performs pulmonary function testing, bronchodilator reversibility testing, and therapeutic hypothermia. He practices family medicine and pulmonology and is affiliated with Multicare Valley Hospital.

Board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Swiggum earned his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine. He sees patients in Spokane, Washington.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 24 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Washington School of Medicine
  • 19 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

MultiCare Rockwood Pulmonary Critical Care & Sleep Medicine

910 W 5th Ave Suite 1001Spokane, WA 99204
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joseph Swiggum

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Asuris Northwest Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Group Health Cooperative - HMO
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • PacificSource Health Plans - Medicare
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Joseph Swiggum has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Joseph Swiggum has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonology
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Joseph Swiggum holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Joseph Swiggum's NPI number is 1467570259.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Joseph Swiggum speak?
Joseph Swiggum speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Swiggum?
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Does Joseph Swiggum accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Joseph Swiggum has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Joseph Swiggum's office located?
Joseph Swiggum's office is located at 910 W 5th Ave Suite 1001, Spokane, WA, 99204.
Which hospitals is Joseph Swiggum affiliated with?
Joseph Swiggum is affiliated with Multicare Valley Hospital.

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