RUAL SWANSON, MD
HEALTHSTAR PHYSICIANS, PC
Direct Primary Care
Focusing on continuity of care and building a consistent relationship with a primary clinician.
Credentials & Training
Federally verified- Credential
- MD
- Graduated
- 2000
- Medicare specialty
- Family Practice
- Group practice
- Healthstar Physicians PC · 89 clinicians
- Medicare assignment
- Accepted — bills the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full
Sourced from the CMS Doctors & Clinicians national file, last checked October 2026.
About
Located in Dandridge, Tennessee, this physician practices within the setting of a large group practice. Family medicine covers preventive care and chronic disease management across the lifespan, addressing acute illnesses and long-term health needs for individuals of all ages.
The scope of family medicine encompasses managing routine physicals, diagnosing infections, and overseeing chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and asthma. Care coordination is a core component, guiding patients through various health needs over time.
This practice operates as a direct-pay service, meaning patients pay for services directly rather than solely through insurance. The physician is assigned to Medicare.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does a family medicine physician provide?
Family medicine covers preventive care, acute illness, and long-term conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and asthma, for patients of every age.
Does this practice accept Medicare?
Yes, the physician is assigned to Medicare.
Is this a direct-pay service?
The practice operates as a direct-pay service, meaning patients pay for services directly.
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