Summary

Dr. Richard Marcus treats heart failure, supraventricular tachycardia, and hypertension, and performs contrast echocardiography, transthoracic echocardiogram, and remote patient monitoring. He practices cardiology and internal medicine and has 50 years of experience. He is affiliated with Monroe County Hospital and Clinics and sees patients in Des Moines and West Des Moines, Iowa, as well as Albia, Iowa. He earned his medical degree from the University of the Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences. He speaks Arabic and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Marcus 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 50 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, Spanish
  • 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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Speaks Arabic, Spanish
Des Moines , IADes Moines , IADes Moines , IAClive , IA
Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa
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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

Graduated from University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Marcus' NPI number is 1023090057.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Marcus affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Marcus is affiliated with Monroe County Hospital And Clinics.
What languages does Dr. Richard Marcus speak?
Dr. Richard Marcus speaks Arabic and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Richard Marcus's office located?
Dr. Richard Marcus's office is located at 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314.
Does Dr. Richard Marcus accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Marcus accepts on their Vitals profile.
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.

Data Sources

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