Dr. Mark Bakalars, MD
Waukesha, WI
22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bakalars, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Waukesha, WI?
Dr. Mark Bakalars, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Waukesha, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Bakalars graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Vascular & Interventional Radiology Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Diagnostic Radiology St Joseph'S Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Bakalars is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bakalars’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bakalars’s office.
Where did Dr. Bakalars go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Vascular & Interventional Radiology Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Diagnostic Radiology St Joseph'S Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin
Is Dr. Bakalars board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Bakalars, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Bakalars speak?
Dr. Bakalars and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Bakalars typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Bakalars 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. Bakalars. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Bakalars typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Bakalars performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bakalars. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Bakalars accept my insurance?
Dr. Bakalars accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bakalars accept in Waukesha, WI?
Dr. Bakalars in Waukesha, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Network Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Bakalars' office located?
What is Dr. Bakalars's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bakalars's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174518724.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bakalars?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bakalars
What is Dr. Mark Bakalars's specialty?
Dr. Bakalars is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Waukesha, WI.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Mark Bakalars affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bakalars is affiliated with Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Prohealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, Watertown Regional Medical Center 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 Bakalars accepting new patients in Waukesha, WI?
Yes, Dr. Mark Bakalars is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Bakalars offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bakalars's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Bakalars?
Please contact Dr. Bakalars's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Bakalars have?
Dr. Mark Bakalars is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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