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Dr. Mark Shimko, MD

Baltimore, MD

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shimko, Urologist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Mark Shimko, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Shimko graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Shimko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shimko’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shimko’s office at (410) 546-2133.

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

    • Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shimko speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shimko treat?

    As a Urologist, Dr. Shimko 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. Shimko. 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:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Kidney Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Tumor
    • Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
    • Renal Cancer
    • Kidney Tumor
    • Renal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
    • C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Kidney and Ureter Stones
    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus
    • Renal and Ureteral Calculi
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter
    • N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter
    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Kidney and Ureter Problems
    • Renal and Ureteral Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Cancer
    • Renal cancer
    • Kidney carcinoma
    • Renal cell carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis

    Also known as:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria

    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:

    • Urinary Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R338: Other retention of urine

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Ureter
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Stricture
    • Narrowed Ureter
    • Ureter Obstruction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N135: Crossing vessel and stricture of ureter without hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocele
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Fluid in scrotum
    • Scrotal swelling
    • Water on the testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N433: Hydrocele, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Swelling
    • Kidney Disease
    • Hydronephrosis
    • Swollen Kidney

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1339: Other hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
    • Bladder Disease
    • Neurogenic Bladder
    • Bladder Control Issues
    • Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified

    Does Dr. Shimko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shimko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 546-2133 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shimko accept in Baltimore, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Alterwood Advantage

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shimko's office located?

    Dr. Mark Shimko's Primary Practice

    1838 Greene Tree Rd Ste 460

    Baltimore, MD 21208

    (410) 546-2133

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    Dr. Mark Shimko's Practice 2

    1342 S Division St # 401

    Salisbury, MD 21804

    (410) 546-2133

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    Dr. Mark Shimko's Practice 3

    1111 Mount Hermon Rd # A

    Salisbury, MD 21804

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

    Dr. Shimko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457541278.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shimko?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Shimko's specialty?

    Dr. Shimko is a Urologist near Baltimore, MD. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Shimko to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shimko is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Beebe Healthcare 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 Mark Shimko accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

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

    Does Dr. Mark Shimko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shimko's office at (410) 546-2133 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Shimko?

    Please contact Dr. Shimko's office at (410) 546-2133 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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