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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cwern, Gastroenterologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Mark Cwern, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Cwern graduated from Universit‰t Bern Medizinische Fakult‰t and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Other Specialty; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Cwern is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cwern’s office at (212) 751-9714.
Where did Dr. Cwern go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Other Specialty; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Bern- Med Fak- Bern- Switzerland | Universit‰t Bern Medizinische Fakult‰t
Is Dr. Cwern board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Cwern, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cwern speak?
Dr. Cwern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Cwern typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Cwern 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. Cwern. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Cwern typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Cwern 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. Cwern. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Cwern accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Cwern's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Cwern's office located?
What is Dr. Cwern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cwern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780661769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cwern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cwern
What is Dr. Mark Cwern's specialty?
Dr. Cwern is a Gastroenterologist near New York, NY.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Mark Cwern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cwern is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Cwern accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Mark Cwern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Cwern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cwern's office at (212) 751-9714 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Cwern?
Please contact Dr. Cwern's office at (212) 751-9714 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Cwern have?
Dr. Mark Cwern is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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