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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Burker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Mark Burker, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Burker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burker’s office at (253) 403-4901.
Is Dr. Burker board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Burker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Burker speak?
Dr. Burker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Burker typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Burker 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. Burker. 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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Burker typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Burker may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Burker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Burker accept my insurance?
Dr. Burker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 403-4901 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burker accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Burker in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American Plan Administrators
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Burker's office located?
Dr. Mark Burker's Primary Practice
315 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 403-4901
What is Dr. Burker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396960399.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burker
What is Dr. Mark Burker's specialty?
Dr. Burker is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Mark Burker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burker is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Burker accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Mark Burker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Burker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burker's office at (253) 403-4901 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Burker?
Please contact Dr. Burker's office at (253) 403-4901 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Burker have?
Dr. Mark Burker is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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