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Dr. Mark Polatnick, MD

Dr. Mark Polatnick, MD

West Hartford, CT

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Polatnick, Internist in West Hartford, CT?

    Dr. Mark Polatnick, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Hartford, CT. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Polatnick graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Polatnick is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polatnick’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polatnick’s office at (860) 313-0448.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Mechanical Engineering

    Is Dr. Polatnick board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Polatnick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Polatnick speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Polatnick treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Polatnick 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. Polatnick. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight
    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Normal Weight
    • Body Mass Index
    • Optimal Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
    • Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Polatnick perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Mark Polatnick may include:

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

    Does Dr. Polatnick accept my insurance?

    Dr. Polatnick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 313-0448 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Polatnick accept in West Hartford, CT?

    Dr. Polatnick in West Hartford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Polatnick's office located?

    Dr. Mark Polatnick's Primary Practice

    41 N Main St Ste 300

    West Hartford, CT 06107

    (860) 313-0448

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

    Dr. Polatnick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376562090.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polatnick?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Polatnick's specialty?

    Dr. Polatnick is a Internist near West Hartford, CT.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Polatnick to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Polatnick is affiliated with Hartford Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, Ct 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Polatnick accepting new patients in West Hartford, CT?

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

    Does Dr. Mark Polatnick offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Polatnick's office at (860) 313-0448 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Polatnick?

    Please contact Dr. Polatnick's office at (860) 313-0448 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Polatnick have?

    Dr. Mark Polatnick is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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