Who is Dr. Urken, Otolaryngologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Mark Urken, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Urken graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Head And Neck Surgery; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, General Surgery; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine.
Dr. Urken is fluent in English, Croatian, Filipino, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Urken’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Urken’s office at (212) 844-8775.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Urken?
Dr. Mark Urken, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Urken empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer & Surgery, Head & Neck Cancer Reconstruction, Head & Neck Cancer Reconstruction, Laryngeal Cancer-Organ Preservation, Microvascular Surgery, Reconstructive Microvascular Surgery, Schwannomas, Telemedicine, Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery, Zenker Diverticulum, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the New York/NY community, Dr. Urken is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Urken go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Head And Neck Surgery; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, General Surgery; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Urken board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Urken, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Urken speak?
Dr. Urken and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Croatian
English
Filipino
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Urken treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Urken 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. Urken. 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:
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Carcinoma
Malignant Thyroid Nodule
Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
Oral Cancer
Tongue Cancer
Mouth Cancer
Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
Oral Cavity Cancer
Mouth Malignancy
Oral Carcinoma
Tongue Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified
C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
Also known as:
Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
Swallowing Disorder
Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
Trouble Starting to Swallow
Throat Swallowing Problems
Oral dysphagia
Trouble chewing and swallowing
Difficulty moving food in mouth
ICD-10 Codes:
R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase
Also known as:
Throat Cancer
Oral Cancer
Laryngeal Cancer
Voice Box Cancer
Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
Tonsil Cancer
Oropharyngeal Cancer
Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
Pharyngeal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified
Also known as:
Hyperparathyroidism
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Parathyroid Disorder
Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
Overactive Parathyroid Gland
High Parathyroid Hormone
PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
Also known as:
Loss of Voice
Hoarseness or Voice Changes
Voice Disorder
Aphonia
Inability to speak
Vocal loss
Hoarse voice
Raspy voice
Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
R491: Aphonia
R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
Thyroid Disease
Benign Thyroid Nodule
Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
Thyroid Disease
Multinodular Goiter
Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
Salivary Gland Cancer
Parotid Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Tumor
Salivary Gland Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C07: Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland
Also known as:
Neck Lump or Swelling
Neck Mass
Bump on Neck
Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
Benign Parotid Gland Tumor
Benign Tumor
Salivary Gland Disorder
Non-cancerous parotid growth
Parotid gland adenoma
Parotid lump
ICD-10 Codes:
D110: Benign neoplasm of parotid gland
Also known as:
Inflamed Jaw
Jaw Injuries and Disorder
Jaw Inflammation
Jaw Bone Infection
Jaw Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
Also known as:
Other Tongue Disorder
Tongue Disorder
Tongue Problems
Tongue Ailments
Unspecified Tongue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
K148: Other diseases of tongue
What procedures does Dr. Urken perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Urken 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. Urken. 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:
Swallowing Function Test
Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
Dysphagia Tests
Dysphagia Evaluation
Oral Swallowing Assessment
Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
Swallowing Study
Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
CPT Codes:
92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
Parathyroid Gland Transplant
Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
Parathyroid Autograft
Parathyroid Tissue Transfer
Parathyroid Reimplantation
Parathyroidectomy
Parathyroid Gland Surgery
Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
CPT Codes:
60512: Parathyroid autotransplantation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
Also known as:
Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
Thyroid Gland Removal for Cancer with Lymph Node Dissection
Total Thyroid Removal
Completion Thyroidectomy
Thyroid Gland Removal (Neck Incision)
Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroid Lobe Removal
Partial Thyroidectomy
Isthmusectomy
Total Thyroidectomy for Cancer
Subtotal Thyroidectomy with Neck Dissection
Thyroid Cancer Surgery
Complete thyroidectomy
Thyroid gland removal
Thyroid surgery
Remaining Thyroid Removal
Second Thyroid Surgery
Total Thyroidectomy after Partial
Thyroidectomy
Substernal Thyroid Removal
Cervical Thyroidectomy
CPT Codes:
60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
60252: Thyroidectomy, total or subtotal for malignancy; with limited neck dissection
60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
60260: Thyroidectomy, removal of all remaining thyroid tissue following previous removal of a portion of thyroid
60271: Thyroidectomy, including substernal thyroid; cervical approach
Also known as:
Voice Prosthetic Fitting
Speech Prosthesis Evaluation
Voice Device Assessment
Artificial Voice Fitting
CPT Codes:
92597: Evaluation for use and/or fitting of voice prosthetic device to supplement oral speech
Also known as:
Swallowing Therapy
Dysphagia Treatment
Feeding Therapy
Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance
Also known as:
Speech Sound Production Evaluation
Articulation assessment
Phonological process evaluation
Apraxia of speech assessment
Dysarthria evaluation
CPT Codes:
92522: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria);
Also known as:
Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
Mouth Vestibule Biopsy
Palate or Uvula Biopsy
Biopsy
Cervical Lymph Node Excision
Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
Deep Cervical Node Removal
Oral Vestibule Biopsy
Inner Lip Biopsy
Mouth Lining Biopsy
Roof of Mouth Biopsy
Uvula Tissue Sample
Throat Biopsy
Oral Biopsy
CPT Codes:
38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)
40808: Biopsy, vestibule of mouth
42100: Biopsy of palate, uvula
Also known as:
Salivary Gland Removal
Submandibular Gland Excision
Submaxillary Gland Surgery
Salivary Gland Resection
CPT Codes:
42440: Excision of submandibular (submaxillary) gland
Also known as:
Parotid Gland Tumor Removal with Facial Nerve Preservation
Parotidectomy
Salivary gland tumor removal
Facial nerve sparing parotidectomy
Lateral parotidectomy
CPT Codes:
42415: Excision of parotid tumor or parotid gland; lateral lobe, with dissection and preservation of facial nerve
Also known as:
Removal of Mouth Lesion
Complex Mouth Lesion Removal
Oral Lesion Excision
Floor of Mouth Lesion Removal
Mouth Growth Surgery
Mouth Tumor Removal
Complex Oral Biopsy
CPT Codes:
41116: Excision, lesion of floor of mouth
40816: Excision of lesion of mucosa and submucosa, vestibule of mouth; complex, with excision of underlying muscle
Also known as:
Partial Tongue Removal
Partial glossectomy
Tongue resection
Tongue surgery for cancer
Removal of part of tongue
CPT Codes:
41120: Glossectomy; less than one-half tongue
Also known as:
Total Parotid Gland Removal with Facial Nerve Preservation
Parotidectomy
Salivary gland tumor removal
Facial nerve sparing parotidectomy
Parotid tumor excision
CPT Codes:
42420: Excision of parotid tumor or parotid gland; total, with dissection and preservation of facial nerve
Also known as:
Complex Tongue or Mouth Laceration Repair
Tongue Stitching
Floor of Mouth Repair
Oral Laceration Surgery
CPT Codes:
41252: Repair of laceration of tongue, floor of mouth, over 2.6 cm or complex
Also known as:
Throat Wall Removal and Reconstruction
Pharyngeal Wall Resection
Throat Flap Surgery
Microvascular Throat Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
42894: Resection of pharyngeal wall requiring closure with myocutaneous or fasciocutaneous flap or free muscle, skin, or fascial flap with microvascular anastomosis
Also known as:
Large Lip Resection
Lip Tissue Removal
Partial Lip Excision
Lip Tumor Removal (No Reconstruction)
CPT Codes:
40530: Resection of lip, more than one-fourth, without reconstruction
Also known as:
Palate Resection
Palate Removal Surgery
Hard Palate Resection
Soft Palate Resection
CPT Codes:
42120: Resection of palate or extensive resection of lesion
Also known as:
Esophageal Dilation (Bougie)
Esophageal Widening
Bougie Dilation of Esophagus
Swallowing Tube Dilation
CPT Codes:
43450: Dilation of esophagus, by unguided sound or bougie, single or multiple passes
Also known as:
Tongue, Mouth, Jaw, and Neck Cancer Surgery
Commando Procedure
Composite Glossectomy
Oral Cavity Cancer Surgery
Mandibular Resection with Neck Dissection
CPT Codes:
41155: Glossectomy; composite procedure with resection floor of mouth, mandibular resection, and radical neck dissection (Commando type)
Also known as:
Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
Myocutaneous Flap
Fasciocutaneous Flap
Head and Neck Reconstruction
Vascular Pedicle Flap
Local Flap Surgery
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)
14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
Skin Flap Surgery
Tissue Transfer
Local Flap Reconstruction
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
Surgery
Wound Debridement for Graft
Burn Scar Release Surgery
Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
Adjacent tissue transfer
Local flap surgery
Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
Local Flap Surgery
Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
Skin Flap Surgery
Tissue Rearrangement
Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
Autologous Skin Graft
Partial Thickness Skin Graft
Skin Transplant
Facial Skin Graft
CPT Codes:
15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
31525: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, except newborn
Also known as:
Laryngoscopy with Biopsy
Biopsy
Endoscopy
Direct Laryngoscopy with Tissue Sample
Voice Box Scope with Biopsy
Throat Biopsy via Laryngoscopy
CPT Codes:
31535: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy;
Also known as:
Voice Box Prosthesis Insertion
Tracheoesophageal Puncture Surgery
Voice Button Insertion
Alaryngeal Speech Prosthesis Placement
CPT Codes:
31611: Construction Of Tracheoesophageal Fistula And Subsequent Insertion Of An Alaryngeal Speech Prosthesis (Eg, Voice Button, Blom-Singer Prosthesis)
Also known as:
Removal of Soft Tissue Tumor (Neck/Chest)
Large Face or Scalp Tumor Removal
Face or Scalp Tumor Removal
Neck Tumor Excision
Chest Wall Tumor Removal
Soft Tissue Mass Excision
Radical Soft Tissue Resection
Sarcoma Removal Face/Scalp
Large Skin Tumor Excision
Facial Tumor Surgery
Soft tissue tumor excision
Subcutaneous tumor removal
Facial lump removal
CPT Codes:
21556: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm
21016: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of face or scalp; 2 cm or greater
21012: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of face or scalp, subcutaneous; 2 cm or greater
Also known as:
Jaw Tumor Removal (Complex)
Coronoid Bone Removal
Mandible Cyst Excision
Partial Mandibulectomy
Jaw Bone Tumor Surgery
Jaw bone trimming
Mandible coronoidectomy
Jaw joint surgery
CPT Codes:
21047: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of mandible; requiring extra-oral osteotomy and partial mandibulectomy (eg, locally aggressive or destructive lesion[s])
21070: Coronoidectomy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
Hardware Removal Surgery
Buried Implant Extraction
Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
Skull Base Lesion Removal
Complex Skull Base Surgery
Infratemporal Fossa Lesion Excision
Parapharyngeal Space Tumor Removal
Petrous Apex Lesion Resection
Infratemporal Approach Surgery
Middle Cranial Fossa Surgery
Parapharyngeal Space Surgery
Skull Base Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
61605: Resection or excision of neoplastic, vascular or infectious lesion of infratemporal fossa, parapharyngeal space, petrous apex; extradural
61590: Infratemporal pre-auricular approach to middle cranial fossa (parapharyngeal space, infratemporal and midline skull base, nasopharynx), with or without disarticulation of the mandible, including parotidectomy, craniotomy, decompression and/or mobilization of the facial nerve and/or petrous carotid artery
Also known as:
Nerve Biopsy
Peripheral nerve biopsy
Nerve tissue sample
Diagnostic nerve sampling
CPT Codes:
64795: Biopsy of nerve
Also known as:
Exploration of Neck Artery
Carotid artery exploration
Subclavian artery exploration
Neck vessel examination
CPT Codes:
35701: Exploration not followed by surgical repair, artery; neck (eg, carotid, subclavian)
Also known as:
Neck Exploration After Surgery
Postoperative Neck Exploration
Neck Surgery Complication Check
Neck Hemorrhage Exploration
CPT Codes:
35800: Exploration for postoperative hemorrhage, thrombosis or infection; neck
Does Dr. Urken accept my insurance?
Dr. Urken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 844-8775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Urken accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Urken in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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What is Dr. Urken's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Urken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932188737.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Urken?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Urken
What is Dr. Mark Urken's specialty?
Dr. Urken is a Otolaryngologist near New York, NY.
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Urken to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mark Urken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Urken is affiliated with Mount Sinai West which is a Castle Connolly
Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their
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The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the
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Is Mark Urken accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Mark Urken is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Urken offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Urken's office at (212) 844-8775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Urken?
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Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Urken have?
Dr. Mark Urken is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.