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Dr. Joshua Marcus, MD

Neurosurgeon

Fairfield, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Marcus, Neurosurgeon in Fairfield, CT?

    Dr. Joshua Marcus, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Marcus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Marcus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Marcus’s office at (203) 792-2003.

    What languages does Dr. Marcus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Marcus typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Marcus typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Marcus performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Spine Allograft Placement
    • Spinal Bone Graft
    • Osteopromotive Material Spine
    • Donor Bone Graft Spine
    • Spine Fusion Material

    CPT Codes:

    • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Marcus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Marcus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 792-2003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Marcus accept in Fairfield, CT?

    Dr. Marcus in Fairfield, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Connecticut

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Marcus' office located?

    Dr. Joshua Marcus' Primary Practice

    1931 Black Rock Tpke

    Fairfield, CT 06825

    (203) 792-2003

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    Dr. Joshua Marcus' Practice 2

    67 Sand Pit Rd

    Danbury, CT 06810

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    Dr. Joshua Marcus' Practice 3

    33 Hospital Ave

    Danbury, CT 06810

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    What is Dr. Marcus's NPI number?A 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 1609010719.

    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. Joshua Marcus's specialty?

    Dr. Marcus is a Neurosurgeon near Fairfield, CT.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Joshua Marcus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Marcus is affiliated with Danbury Hospital, Griffin Hospital, Norwalk Hospital, New Milford Hospital, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Stamford Health which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Joshua Marcus accepting new patients in Fairfield, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Marcus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Marcus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Marcus' office at (203) 792-2003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua Marcus?

    Please contact Dr. Marcus' office at (203) 792-2003 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Marcus' office located?

    Dr. Marcus' offices are located in Fairfield, CT and Danbury, CT.