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Dr. Mark Samols, MD, PHD

Rockville, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Samols, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Rockville, MD?

    Dr. Mark Samols, MD, PHD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Rockville, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Samols is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samols’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samols’s office at (240) 826-6094.

    What languages does Dr. Samols speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Samols typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Samols 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. Samols. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Other Placental Disorder
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Unspecified placenta problems
    • Various placenta conditions
    • General placenta issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O43893: Other placental disorders, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Bone Marrow Disorder
    • Blood Disorder
    • Bone Marrow Disease
    • Hematologic Conditions
    • Diseases of Blood-Forming Organs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D7589: Other specified diseases of blood and blood-forming organs

    Does Dr. Samols accept my insurance?

    Dr. Samols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 826-6094 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Samols accept in Rockville, MD?

    Dr. Samols in Rockville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CommuniCare Health Services

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

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    Where is Dr. Samols' office located?

    Department Of Pathology

    9901 Medical Center Dr

    Rockville, MD 20850

    (240) 826-6094

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    Dr. Mark Samols' Practice 2

    5 Garrett Ave

    La Plata, MD 20646

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    Dr. Mark Samols' Practice 3

    11890 Healing Way

    Silver Spring, MD 20904

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

    Dr. Samols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235372111.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samols?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Samols's specialty?

    Dr. Samols is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Rockville, MD.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

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

    Yes, Dr. Samols is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mark Samols accepting new patients in Rockville, MD?

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

    Does Dr. Mark Samols offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Samols's office at (240) 826-6094 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Samols?

    Please contact Dr. Samols's office at (240) 826-6094 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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