Summary

Dr. Richard Marcus is a cardiovascular disease specialist with dual expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of the Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences and brings five decades of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Marcus is fluent in Spanish and Arabic, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Marcus practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines and West Des Moines, Iowa, with affiliations at Monroe County Hospital and Clinics. He focuses on treating high blood pressure conditions, including emergency hypertensive situations and pediatric hypertension cases. His expertise includes performing heart imaging tests such as echocardiograms and electrocardiograms to evaluate cardiac function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Marcus highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 50 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Arabic
  • University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Harris Marcus has 3 locations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Susan Allison Outpatient Clinic

6580 165th StAlbia, IA 52531
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseInfectious DiseaseAnesthesiologyCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
50 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Arabic Speaks Spanish, English
Des Moines , IADes Moines , IADes Moines , IADes Moines , IA
Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences Med School: Des Moines University Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Harris Marcus

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Iowa Total Care
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Harris Marcus has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Harris Marcus has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health SciencesGraduated in 1976

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Richard Marcus accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard Marcus has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Marcus?
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Does Dr. Richard Marcus accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Richard Marcus speak?
Dr. Richard Marcus speaks Spanish and Arabic.
Does Dr. Richard Marcus accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Marcus has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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