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Dr. Mark Polatnick, MD

Dr. Mark Polatnick, MD

Internist

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. 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 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Polatnick typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Polatnick typically perform?

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

    Please contact Dr. Polatnick's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • WebTPA

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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?A 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 an Internist near West Hartford, CT.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Polatnick is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, Ct, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Hartford Healthcare Manchester Memorial Hospital, Uconn John Dempsey Hospital, Middlesex Hospital 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Mark Polatnick?

    Please contact Dr. Polatnick's office at (860) 313-0448 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Polatnick's office located?

    Dr. Polatnick's office is located in West Hartford, CT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Polatnick have?

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