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Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD

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Specializes in: Dermatopathology and Dermatological Immunology

University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine (2001)

Professional interests include: skin issues, melanoma

200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242

(319) 356-2856

Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD is a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA specializing in dermatopathology and dermatological immunology. He graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine in 2001 and has 25 years of experience. Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD is affiliated with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, University of Iowa and University of Iowa Health Care.

Office Locations

200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242

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411 10th Street Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

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601 Highway 6 Iowa City Vamc (584)
West Iowa City, IA 52246

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Some issues Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD can help you with:

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD in 2023

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In 2023, among providers in related specialties within Iowa, Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD performed more lab tests, and slide consultation procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and he also had a list price for lab tests that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA during 2012 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, lab tests and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	124
doctor visit	518
injections	15
lab tests	178
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	277
second opinions	51
skin procedures	277

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA during 2013 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, lab tests and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	130
doctor visit	527
lab tests	241
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	270
second opinions	93
skin procedures	270

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1138
Female	957

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	2042
Black	0
Hispanic	17
Asian	0
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	860
From 75 to 84	707
85 and over	355
Less than 65	173

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD in 2013

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	24
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA during 2014 were lab tests, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	166
doctor visit	577
injections	22
lab tests	325
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	290
second opinions	93
skin procedures	290

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1161
Female	1023

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	2124
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	952
From 75 to 84	719
85 and over	344
Less than 65	169

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD in 2014

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	25
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA during 2015 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	154
doctor visit	550
injections	20
lab tests	91
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	342
second opinions	84
skin procedures	342

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	2228
Female	1876

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	3990
Black	0
Hispanic	28
Asian	0
Other	60
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1772
From 75 to 84	1384
85 and over	638
Less than 65	310

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD in 2015

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	24
Dementia	5
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA during 2016 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	186
doctor visit	666
hospital care	18
injections	14
inpatient care	18
lab tests	100
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	378
second opinions	101
skin procedures	378

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1105
Female	975

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	2022
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	34
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	961
From 75 to 84	668
85 and over	292
Less than 65	159

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD in 2016

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	23
Dementia	6
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA during 2017 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	163
doctor visit	658
hospital care	19
injections	22
inpatient care	19
lab tests	120
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	359
second opinions	95
skin procedures	359

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1185
Female	1051

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	2144
Black	12
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	61
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1001
From 75 to 84	774
85 and over	296
Less than 65	165

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD in 2017

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	23
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA during 2018 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, diagnostic procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	170
doctor visit	625
ear procedures	15
hospital care	21
injections	14
inpatient care	21
lab tests	150
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	340
second opinions	44
skin procedures	340

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1176
Female	999

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	2090
Black	12
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	54
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1009
From 75 to 84	726
85 and over	298
Less than 65	142

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD in 2018

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	21
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA during 2019 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	541
hospital care	20
inpatient care	20
lab tests	184
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	314
second opinions	111
skin procedures	314

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1125
Female	976

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	2017
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	54
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1011
From 75 to 84	683
85 and over	274
Less than 65	133

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD in 2019

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	24
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA during 2020 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	454
hospital care	19
inpatient care	19
lab tests	131
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	253
second opinions	89
skin procedures	253

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	842
Female	787

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1561
Black	0
Hispanic	12
Asian	0
Other	45
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	781
From 75 to 84	571
85 and over	179
Less than 65	98

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD in 2020

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	21
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA during 2021 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	530
injections	18
lab tests	173
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	321
second opinions	67
skin procedures	321

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	935
Female	818

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1674
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	56
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	839
From 75 to 84	625
85 and over	206
Less than 65	83

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD in 2021

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	21
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA during 2022 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	526
injections	18
lab tests	163
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	262
second opinions	78
skin procedures	262

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1050
Female	930

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1888
Black	15
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	62
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	938
From 75 to 84	712
85 and over	254
Less than 65	76

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD in 2022

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	21
Dementia	4
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated as a dermatopathologist in Iowa City, IA were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, lab tests and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	156
doctor visit	561
ear procedures	15
hospital care	19
injections	17
inpatient care	19
lab tests	168
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	309
second opinions	82
skin procedures	309

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1085
Female	944

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	4
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	1959
Hispanic	8
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	42

**Age**
75 to 84	688
85 and over	285
Less than 65	137
65 to 74	920

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Cancer	10
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine in 2001. He is certified by the American Board of Dermatology American Board of Dermatopathology Colorado Board of Medicine Iowa Board of Medicine Nebraska Board of Medicine and has a state license in Nebraska.

Medical School: University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine (2001)

Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology American Board of Dermatopathology Colorado Board of Medicine Iowa Board of Medicine Nebraska Board of Medicine

Licensed In: Nebraska

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Brian Lester Swick, FAAD, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

University of Iowa

University of Iowa Health Care

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Biography

Dr. Brian Swick is a dermatological immunology and dermatopathology specialist in Iowa City, IA, West Iowa City, IA, and Cedar Rapids, IA. Clinical interests for Dr. Swick include melanoma. He is a graduate of the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine. Dr. Swick's hospital/clinic affiliations include the University of Iowa Health Care and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

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