22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gurka, Internist in Salem, NH?
Dr. Joseph Gurka, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Salem, NH. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Gurka graduated from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Saint Vincent Hospital. Dr. Gurka is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gurka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gurka’s office at (603) 893-8330.
Where did Dr. Gurka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Saint Vincent Hospital | Saint Vincent Hospital, Worcester | St. Vincent's Hospital | St Vincent Hospital Program
Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Gurka board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Gurka, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gurka speak?
Dr. Gurka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gurka typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gurka 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. Gurka. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Flutter
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Familial High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Genetic Disorder
- Familial hypercholesterolemia
- FH
- Genetic high cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gurka typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Gurka may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Gurka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gurka accept my insurance?
Dr. Gurka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 893-8330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gurka accept in Salem, NH?
Dr. Gurka in Salem, NH 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 Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gurka's office located?
What is Dr. Gurka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gurka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669494290.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gurka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gurka
What is Dr. Joseph Gurka's specialty?
Dr. Gurka is a Internist near Salem, NH.
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 this Dr. Joseph Gurka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gurka is affiliated with Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Exeter Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Elliot 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
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Is Joseph Gurka accepting new patients in Salem, NH?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Gurka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Gurka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gurka's office at (603) 893-8330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Gurka?
Please contact Dr. Gurka's office at (603) 893-8330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Gurka have?
Dr. Joseph Gurka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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