Summary

Dr. Richard Swensson is a cardiovascular disease specialist with a focus on pediatric care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Colorado Health. With 57 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Swensson has developed extensive expertise in treating heart conditions in children. He speaks English and has dedicated his career to pediatric cardiovascular medicine.

Dr. Swensson is affiliated with UCI Health Fountain Valley and practices at multiple locations throughout Orange County, including Orange, Fountain Valley, Mission Viejo, Laguna Hills, and Long Beach. He specializes in treating congenital heart disease, atrial septal defects, and cardiac murmurs in young patients. His practice includes performing electrocardiograms, dobutamine stress echocardiograms, and Doppler echocardiograms to diagnose and monitor heart conditions. Patients rate Dr. Swensson 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 57 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Colorado Health
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Eric Swensson has 8 locations

Choc Childrens Specialist Cardiology

505 S Main St Ste 600Orange, CA 92868
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
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Choc Childrens Hospital At Orange

1201 W La Veta AveOrange, CA 92868

Uci Health Fountain Valley

17100 Euclid StFountain Valley, CA 92708

Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center

24451 Health Center DrLaguna Hills, CA 92653

Choc Childrens Hospital At Mission Viejo

27700 Medical Center RdMission Viejo, CA 92691

Healthbridge Childrens Hospital Orange

393 S Tustin StOrange, CA 92866

Uci Medical Center

101 The City Dr SOrange, CA 92868

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseasePediatricsPediatrics
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
57 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi
Orange , CAWinter Park , FLRANCHO SANTA MARGARITA , CAFOUNTAIN VALLEY , CA
Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Univ Of Saskatchewan Coll Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Eric Swensson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Eric Swensson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Eric Swensson has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

57 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Eric Swensson holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Colorado Health.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1969.

NPI Number

Dr. Swensson's NPI number is 1013912054.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Richard Swensson speak?
Dr. Richard Swensson speaks English.
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Does Dr. Richard Swensson accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Swensson affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Swensson is affiliated with Uci Health Fountain Valley.

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