Dr. Christopher Magovern, MD

Morristown, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Magovern, Thoracic Surgeon in Morristown, NJ?

Dr. Christopher Magovern, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Morristown, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Magovern is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Magovern’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Magovern’s office.

Where did Dr. Magovern go to medical school and complete their residency?

Is Dr. Magovern board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Christopher Magovern, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 2007, American Board of Surgery since 1999

What languages does Dr. Magovern speak?

Dr. Magovern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
German
Spanish

What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Magovern typically treat?

As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Magovern diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Magovern. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
After Surgery
Post-cardiac surgery care
Vascular surgery aftercare
Heart surgery recovery

ICD-10 Codes:

Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

Also known as:

Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
Atherosclerosis
Coronary Artery Disease
Silent Coronary Artery Disease
Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
Chest Pain from Heart Disease
Angina Pectoris

ICD-10 Codes:

I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

Also known as:

Narrowed Aortic Valve
Aortic Valve Stenosis and Insufficiency
Heart Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Stenosis
Tight Aortic Valve
Narrow and leaky aortic valve
Mixed aortic valve disease

ICD-10 Codes:

I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
I352: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis with insufficiency

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Aneurysm
Bulging Ascending Aorta
Weakened Ascending Aorta
Ascending Aorta Dilation

ICD-10 Codes:

I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Magovern typically perform?

As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Magovern may include:

Please contact Dr. Magovern's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Magovern accept my insurance?

Dr. Magovern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Magovern accept in Morristown, NJ?

Dr. Magovern in Morristown, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Magovern's office located?

Mid-Atlantic Surgical Associates

100 Madison Ave

Morristown, NJ 07960

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Suite 201

1944 State Route 33 Ste 201

Neptune, NJ 07753

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What hospitals are Dr. Magovern affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Magovern has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center,Morristown, NJ

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 11 Procedures

What is Dr. Magovern's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Magovern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043212434.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Magovern?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Magovern

What is Dr. Christopher Magovern's specialty?

Dr. Magovern is a Thoracic Surgeon near Morristown, NJ.

What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

Is Dr. Christopher Magovern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Magovern is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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