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Dr. Mark Smith, MD

Anchorage, AK

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Nephrologist in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Mark Smith, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Smith graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine. Dr. Smith is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (706) 722-6900.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine | The University of Toledo College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Smith board certified as a Nephrologist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Smith treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Kidney Function Test
    • Kidney Disease
    • Irregular Kidney Function Study
    • Unusual Kidney Exam
    • Kidney Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R944: Abnormal results of kidney function studies

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration
    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Other Acute Renal Failure
    • Other Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N178: Other acute kidney failure

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Polycystic kidney disease
    • ADPKD
    • Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
    • Adult PKD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Lost kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
    • Missing kidney
    • Kidney removal
    • Nephrectomy (history of)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z905: Acquired absence of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Which procedures does Dr. Smith perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Smith may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Smith's office.

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 722-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Smith in Anchorage, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Group Health Cooperative

    • Medicare

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Mark Smith's Primary Practice

    4015 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 201

    Anchorage, AK 99508

    (706) 722-6900

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    Dr. Mark Smith's Practice 2

    3260 Providence Dr Ste C431

    Anchorage, AK 99508

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    Dr. Mark Smith's Practice 3

    1631 Gordon Hwy Ste 1B

    Augusta, GA 30906

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861479651.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is a Nephrologist near Anchorage, AK. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Smith to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Alaska Regional 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 Mark Smith accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?

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

    Does Dr. Mark Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (706) 722-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (706) 722-6900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Smith have?

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

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