Richard Marcus
Expertise in
18
conditions
Expertise in
18
conditions
5880 University Avenue, 
West Des Moines, IA 

Overview

Richard Marcus is a Cardiologist and a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Dr. Marcus is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Cardiology
Colorectal Surgery

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IA

Hospital Affiliations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
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Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Independent Health
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Managed Medicaid
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Medica
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  • PPO
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Northern Plains Alliance
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Oscar
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
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Locations

MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines
5880 University Avenue, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard Marcus

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Marcus?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard Marcus by calling their office at 515-633-3600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Richard Marcus a top-rated expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard Marcus is classified as an Distinguished expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Richard Marcus specialize in?

While Dr. Richard Marcus is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Bicuspid Aortic Valve, and Atherosclerosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Richard Marcus participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Richard Marcus has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). You can view a list of Dr. Richard Marcus's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Richard Marcus accept my insurance?

Dr. Richard Marcus accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-633-3600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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