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Dr. Steven Marra, MD

Wilkes Barre, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Marra, Thoracic Surgeon in Wilkes Barre, PA?

    Dr. Steven Marra, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Marra completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Thoracic Surgery; St Luke'S Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Marra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Marra’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Marra’s office at (570) 819-2825.

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

    • Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Thoracic Surgery; St Luke'S Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo

    Is Dr. Marra board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Marra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Marra speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Marra treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Marra 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. Marra. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
    • 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
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris

    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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Chest Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Thoracic Aorta
    • Weakened Thoracic Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    Does Dr. Marra accept my insurance?

    Dr. Marra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 819-2825 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Marra accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?

    Dr. Marra in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Marra's office located?

    Dr. Steven Marra's Primary Practice

    545 N River St Ste 220

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

    (570) 819-2825

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    Dr. Steven Marra's Practice 2

    746 Jefferson Ave Ste 305

    Scranton, PA 18510

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    Dr. Steven Marra's Practice 3

    4 E Main St

    Nanticoke, PA 18634

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

    Dr. Marra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306928056.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Marra?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Marra's specialty?

    Dr. Marra is a Thoracic Surgeon near Wilkes Barre, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Marra to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Steven Marra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Marra is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare 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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    Is Steven Marra accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Marra is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Marra offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Marra's office at (570) 819-2825 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Steven Marra?

    Please contact Dr. Marra's office at (570) 819-2825 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Marra have?

    Dr. Steven Marra is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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