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Dr. Anthony Chismark, MD

Dr. Anthony Chismark, MD

Malta, NY

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chismark, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Malta, NY?

    Dr. Anthony Chismark, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Malta, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Chismark is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chismark’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chismark’s office at (603) 775-7405.

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

      Is Dr. Chismark board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

      Yes, Dr. Anthony Chismark, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery

      What languages does Dr. Chismark speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Chismark treat?

      As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Chismark 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. Chismark. 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:

      • Hemorrhoids
      • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
      • Perianal Blood Clot
      • Third Degree Hemorrhoids
      • Second Degree Hemorrhoids
      • Anal Disorder
      • Piles
      • Anal veins
      • Swollen rectal veins
      • Anal skin tags
      • Perianal skin tags
      • Leftover hemorrhoid skin
      • Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
      • External Hemorrhoid Clot
      • Blood Clot near Anus
      • Swollen Veins in Anus
      • Anal Lumps
      • Prolapsed hemorrhoids
      • Grade 3 hemorrhoids
      • Severe hemorrhoids
      • Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
      • Grade 2 hemorrhoids
      • Moderate hemorrhoids

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K648: Other hemorrhoids
      • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
      • K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
      • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
      • K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
      • K641: Second degree hemorrhoids

      Also known as:

      • Genital Warts
      • Venereal Warts
      • HPV Warts
      • Anogenital Warts

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts

      Also known as:

      • Anal Fistula
      • Anal Dysplasia
      • Anal Disorder
      • Fistulas
      • Perianal Fistula
      • Fistula-in-Ano
      • Abnormal Anal Tract
      • Abnormal anal cells
      • Precancerous anal changes
      • Anal epithelial dysplasia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K603: Anal fistula
      • K6282: Dysplasia of anus

      Also known as:

      • Colorectal Cancer
      • Rectal cancer
      • Colon cancer
      • Bowel cancer
      • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

      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:

      • Intestine Diverticulitis
      • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
      • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
      • Abscess
      • Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
      • Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
      • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
      • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
      • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

      Also known as:

      • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
      • Anal Disorder
      • Rectal Disorder
      • Proctitis
      • Anal Disorders
      • Rectal Disorders

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

      Also known as:

      • Anal Fistula
      • Perianal Fistula
      • Fistula in Anus
      • Rectal Fistula

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Rectal Bleeding
      • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
      • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
      • Anal Bleeding
      • Blood in Stool
      • Lower GI Bleed

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

      Also known as:

      • Anal Fissure
      • Anal Disorder
      • Rectal Tear
      • Fissure in Anus
      • Perianal Fissure

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Pilonidal Cyst
      • Tailbone Disorder
      • Sacrococcygeal cyst
      • Pilonidal sinus
      • Tailbone cyst

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess

      Also known as:

      • Anal Itching
      • Anal Disorder
      • Itching
      • Pruritus Ani
      • Itchy Anus
      • Perianal Itch

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • L290: Pruritus ani

      Also known as:

      • Intestinal Obstruction
      • Bowel Obstruction
      • Blocked Intestines
      • Gut Blockage

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

      What procedures does Dr. Chismark perform?

      As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Chismark 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. Chismark. 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:

      • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
      • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
      • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
      • Colonoscopy with Polyp/Tumor 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
      • Flexible colonoscopy with ablation
      • Colon polyp removal
      • Colon tumor destruction
      • Therapeutic colonoscopy

      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
      • 45388: Colonoscopy, flexible; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)

      Also known as:

      • Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
      • Anoscopy
      • Anal Canal Exam
      • Rectal Scope Exam
      • Anus Diagnostic Procedure

      CPT Codes:

      • 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Anal Fistula Surgery
      • Anal Sphincterotomy
      • Fistulectomy
      • Fistulotomy
      • Perianal Fistula Repair
      • Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
      • Perianal Fistula Surgery
      • Anal Sphincter Division
      • Internal Sphincterotomy
      • Anal Fissure Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
      • 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric
      • 46080: Sphincterotomy, anal, division of sphincter (separate procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
      • Hemorrhoidectomy
      • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
      • Piles Removal Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;

      Also known as:

      • Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
      • Hemorrhoidectomy
      • Piles Surgery
      • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision

      CPT Codes:

      • 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;

      Also known as:

      • Anal Lesion Excision
      • Removal of Anal Warts
      • Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
      • Anus Lesion Removal

      CPT Codes:

      • 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision

      Also known as:

      • Seton Placement
      • Fistula Seton Insertion
      • Drainage Seton Placement
      • Anal Fistula Treatment

      CPT Codes:

      • 46020: Placement of seton

      Also known as:

      • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
      • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
      • Sigmoidoscopy
      • Lower colon exam
      • Flexible colon scope
      • Rectum and lower colon check

      CPT Codes:

      • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation (Non-Rubber Band)
      • Hemorrhoidectomy by ligation
      • Internal hemorrhoid removal
      • Surgical hemorrhoid treatment

      CPT Codes:

      • 46945: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by ligation other than rubber band; single hemorrhoid column/group, without imaging guidance

      Also known as:

      • Extensive Anal Lesion Removal
      • Anal wart removal
      • Destruction of anal condyloma
      • Anal papilloma treatment
      • Anal lesion ablation

      CPT Codes:

      • 46924: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), extensive (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery)

      Also known as:

      • Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
      • Anesthesia
      • Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
      • Rectal exam with general anesthesia
      • Anorectal surgery for diagnosis

      CPT Codes:

      • 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic

      Also known as:

      • Simple Pilonidal Cyst Removal
      • Extensive Pilonidal Cyst Removal
      • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
      • Tailbone Cyst Removal
      • Sacrococcygeal Cyst Surgery
      • Tailbone Cyst Surgery
      • Sacrococcygeal Cyst Removal

      CPT Codes:

      • 11770: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; simple
      • 11771: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; extensive

      Does Dr. Chismark accept my insurance?

      Dr. Chismark accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 775-7405 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Chismark accept in Malta, NY?

      Dr. Chismark in Malta, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • CDPHP

      • Centene

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

      • HealthNow New York

      • Medicare

      • MVP Healthcare

      • State of New York

      • State of Tennessee

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Chismark's office located?

      Dr. Anthony Chismark's Primary Practice

      6 Medical Park Dr Ste 203

      Malta, NY 12020

      (603) 775-7405

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      Dr. Anthony Chismark's Practice 2

      3 Crossing Blvd Ste 2

      Halfmoon, NY 12065

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      Dr. Anthony Chismark's Practice 3

      50 New Scotland Ave

      Albany, NY 12208

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

      Dr. Chismark's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679583389.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chismark?

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

      What is Dr. Anthony Chismark's specialty?

      Dr. Chismark is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Malta, NY. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Chismark to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Anthony Chismark affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Chismark is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, Glens Falls 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

      Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

      Explore Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) with 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 Anthony Chismark accepting new patients in Malta, NY?

      Yes, Dr. Anthony Chismark is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Anthony Chismark offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Chismark's office at (603) 775-7405 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Anthony Chismark?

      Please contact Dr. Chismark's office at (603) 775-7405 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Anthony Chismark have?

      Dr. Anthony Chismark is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

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