Dr. Douglas Murken , MD
Colon & Rectal Surgery • Hershey, PA
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Douglas Murken, MD is a certified Colon & Rectal Surgery practicing in Hershey, PA. With approximately 14 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 2012, Dr. Murken delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 500 UNIVERSITY DR.
Dr. Murken is affiliated with West Virginia University Medical Corporation and accepts Medicare assignment . Telehealth and virtual consultation options are available for eligible patients.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient outpatient office visit, subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least, new patient outpatient office visit. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
500 University Dr
Hershey, PA 170332360
Medicare Profile & Education
University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
2012
✓ Accepts Assignment
Telehealth Services Available
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Colon & Rectal Surgery in Hershey, PA
Practicing in Hershey, PA (126 Statewide)
✓ Offers Virtual Consultations
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
44 | 39 | $148.00 | $65.43 |
|
99232
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes
|
43 | 23 | $202.00 | $78.34 |
|
99204
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
|
32 | 32 | $293.00 | $127.09 |
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
23 | 19 | $214.00 | $94.19 |
|
99223
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes
|
18 | 18 | $459.00 | $172.49 |
|
45330
Diagnostic exam of lower portion of large bowel using a flexible endoscope
|
15 | 12 | $180.00 | $53.85 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
CMS Verified: 2026-04-13NUCC Taxonomy Code: 208C00000X
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 208600000X
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
West Virginia University Medical Corporation
1 Medical Ctr Dr, Morgantown, WV 265061200
Phone: 3045984865
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Anesthesiology
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
Obstetrics & Gynecology - Maternal & Fetal Medicine
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Pediatrics
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
Physician Assistant
Physician Assistant (Certified)
Career & Practice History Timeline
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Registered at 500 UNIVERSITY DR, HERSHEY, PA 170332360 (Tel: 7175316597)
Registered at PO BOX 858, MC A410, HERSHEY, PA 17033 (Tel: 8002431455)
Colon & Rectal Surgery (License #MD454046 in PA)
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 3400 SPRUCE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 191044206 (Tel: 2156626156)
Registered at 3400 SPRUCE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 191044206 (Tel: 2156626156)
Recorded as DOUGLAS MURKEN, M.D.
Surgery (License #MT202462 in PA)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
Po Box 858, Mc A410
Hershey, PA 17033
Phone: 8002431455
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