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Dr. Mark Turpen, MD

Durango, CO

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Turpen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Durango, CO?

    Dr. Mark Turpen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Durango, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Turpen graduated from Morehouse School of Medicine. Dr. Turpen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turpen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turpen’s office at (970) 828-1414.

    Where did Dr. Turpen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Morehouse University School of Medicine | Morehouse School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Turpen board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Turpen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Turpen speak?

    Dr. Turpen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Turpen treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Turpen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Turpen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Dementia with Behavioral Changes
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder
    • Dementia with behavioral problems
    • Cognitive decline with behavior issues
    • Memory loss with personality changes
    • Memory loss with behavioral problems
    • Neurocognitive disorder with behavioral disturbance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
    • F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
    • F0391: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with behavioral disturbance

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Cognitive Difficulties
    • Mental Disorder
    • Symbolic processing issues
    • Abstract thinking problems
    • Cognitive dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R489: Unspecified symbolic dysfunctions

    Which procedures does Dr. Turpen perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Mark Turpen may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Turpen's office.

    Does Dr. Turpen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Turpen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 828-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Turpen accept in Durango, CO?

    Dr. Turpen in Durango, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Forest County-Potaw Community (WI)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Turpen's office located?

    Dr. Mark Turpen's Primary Practice

    450 Prospector Ave

    Durango, CO 81301

    (970) 828-1414

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    Dr. Mark Turpen's Practice 2

    680 E Hospital Dr

    Cortez, CO 81321

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    Dr. Mark Turpen's Practice 3

    211 E 3rd Ave

    Mancos, CO 81328

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    What is Dr. Turpen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Turpen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043380413.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turpen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Turpen

    What is Dr. Mark Turpen's specialty?

    Dr. Turpen is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Durango, CO. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Turpen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mark Turpen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Turpen is affiliated with Southwest Health System - Cortez which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Mark Turpen accepting new patients in Durango, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Turpen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Turpen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Turpen's office at (970) 828-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Turpen?

    Please contact Dr. Turpen's office at (970) 828-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Turpen have?

    Dr. Mark Turpen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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