Summary

Dr. Mark Urken is a head and neck surgeon specializing in otolaryngology with 45 years of experience treating complex conditions of the head, neck, and throat. He earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed his internship at Boston Medical Center in Brighton, followed by his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in 1986. Dr. Urken speaks English and brings nearly five decades of surgical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Urken practices at Mount Sinai Union Square in New York and White Plains, New York, with affiliations at The Mount Sinai Hospital, Beth Israel Medical Center, Mount Sinai Morningside, New York Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai, Mount Sinai West, and Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital. He focuses on treating head and neck cancer, oral cancer, and swallowing difficulties. His expertise includes performing bedside swallow exams to assess eating and drinking abilities, as well as fiberoptic procedures to examine the throat and voice box. Patients rate Dr. Urken 4.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 45 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mount Sinai Hospital
  • 22 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 29 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Mark L Urken has 2 locations

Mount Sinai Union Square

10 Union Sq E Frnt 5BNew York, NY 10003
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mark L Urken

244 Westchester Ave Ste 405White Plains, NY 10604

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Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mark L Urken

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • 32BJ Health Fund
  • AETNA - Commercial
  • AETNA - Medicare
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Commercial
  • Centivo
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth - GHI-PPO
  • EmblemHealth - HIP
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicaid
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicare
  • Fidelis Health Care
  • HealthFirst Medicaid
  • HealthFirst Medicare
  • Horizon NJ
  • Magnacare-Health Care
  • Medicare - NJ
  • Medicare - NY
  • NY Medicaid
  • Oscar
  • Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • United Health Care - Empire Plan
  • United Health Care - Oxford Care
  • United Health Care - UMR Top Tier
  • VillageCareMax

Medical Specialties

Mark L Urken has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Mark L Urken has the following 29 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Bone Transplantation
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Clinical Research
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hearing Loss
  • Hypopharyngeal Cancer
  • Laryngectomy (Larynx removal)
  • Lower Jaw Bone Cancer (Mandibular Neoplasm)
  • Mouth Cancer
  • Nose Cancer
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Palate Cancer (Palatal Neoplasm)
  • Polyps
  • Salivary Gland Cancer (Parotid Neoplasm)
  • Salivary Gland Cancer (Salivary Gland Neoplasm)
  • Skin Cancer (Basal Cell Carcinoma)
  • Skin Transplantation (Dermatoplasty)
  • Smell Disorders
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Throat Cancer (Laryngeal Neoplasm)
  • Throat Cancer (Pharyngeal Neoplasm)
  • Thyroid Gland Removal (Thyroidectomy)
  • Tumors
  • Upper Jaw Bone Cancer (Maxillary Neoplasm)

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Mark L Urken holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in 1986.

Internship

Completed their internship at Boston Medical Center - Brighton in 1983.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Mark L Urken's NPI number is 1932188737.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Mark Urken?
You can find contact information for Mark Urken here on Vitals.
Does Mark Urken accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Mark Urken has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Mark Urken's office located?
Mark Urken's office is located at 10 Union Sq E Frnt 5B, New York, NY, 10003.
Which hospitals is Mark Urken affiliated with?
Mark Urken is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Beth Israel Medical Center, Mount Sinai Morningside, New York Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai, Mount Sinai West, and Mount Sinai Kravis Childrens Hospital.
Does Mark Urken accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Mark Urken accepts on their Vitals profile.

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