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Dr. Mark Simmons, MD

Dr. Mark Simmons, MD

Lancaster, PA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simmons, Internist in Lancaster, PA?

    Dr. Mark Simmons, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Simmons graduated from Penn State and completed his residency at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Dr. Simmons is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simmons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simmons’s office at (717) 544-3191.

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

    • Residency: Walter Reed Army Medical Center

    • Medical School: Penn State

    Is Dr. Simmons board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Simmons, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Simmons speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Simmons typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Simmons 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. Simmons. 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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Simmons accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simmons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 544-3191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simmons accept in Lancaster, PA?

    Dr. Simmons in Lancaster, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Simmons' office located?

    Dr. Mark Simmons' Primary Practice

    2110 Harrisburg Pike Ste 100

    Lancaster, PA 17601

    (717) 544-3191

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    Dr. Mark Simmons' Practice 2

    750 Willow Valley Lakes Dr

    Willow Street, PA 17584

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

    Dr. Simmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619959285.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simmons?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Simmons's specialty?

    Dr. Simmons is a Internist near Lancaster, PA.

    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. Mark Simmons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simmons is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Upmc Lititz 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 Mark Simmons accepting new patients in Lancaster, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Mark Simmons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (717) 544-3191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Simmons?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (717) 544-3191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Simmons have?

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

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