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Who is Dr. Marcus, Gastroenterologist in Loxahatchee, FL?
Dr. Akiva Marcus is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Loxahatchee, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Marcus graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program. Dr. Marcus is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Marcus’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Marcus’s office at (561) 795-5130.
Where did Dr. Marcus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Rutgers
What languages does Dr. Marcus speak?
Dr. Marcus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Marcus treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Marcus 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. Marcus. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Heartburn
- Acid Reflux
- Indigestion
- GERD Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R12: Heartburn
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Which procedures does Dr. Marcus perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Akiva Marcus may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Marcus' office.
Does Dr. Marcus accept my insurance?
Dr. Marcus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 795-5130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Marcus accept in Loxahatchee, FL?
Dr. Marcus in Loxahatchee, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Freedom Health
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Marcus' office located?
Dr. Akiva Marcus' Primary Practice
12953 Palms West Dr Ste 201
Loxahatchee, FL 33470
(561) 795-5130
What is Dr. Marcus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Marcus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386887883.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Marcus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Marcus
What is Dr. Akiva Marcus's specialty?
Dr. Marcus is a Gastroenterologist near Loxahatchee, FL. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Marcus to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akiva Marcus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Marcus is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hca Florida Jfk Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Akiva Marcus accepting new patients in Loxahatchee, FL?
Yes, Dr. Akiva Marcus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akiva Marcus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Marcus's office at (561) 795-5130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akiva Marcus?
Please contact Dr. Marcus's office at (561) 795-5130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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