38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aquino, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Seabrook, TX?
Dr. Marcus Aquino, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Seabrook, TX. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Aquino completed his residency at New York Presbyterian/Queens. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Society of Colon Rectal Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, and American Society of Colon Rectal Surgeons. Dr. Aquino is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aquino’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aquino’s office at (281) 474-7171.
Where did Dr. Aquino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Greater Baltimore Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, General Surgery
Residency: New York Presbyterian/Queens
Medical School: St. John',s Medical College, Bangalore University (Karnataka, India)
Is Dr. Aquino board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Marcus Aquino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 1991, American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery since 1992
What languages does Dr. Aquino speak?
Dr. Aquino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Aquino treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Aquino 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. Aquino. 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:
- Hemorrhoids
- Perianal Blood Clot
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Anal Disorder
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
- External Hemorrhoid Clot
- Blood Clot near Anus
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
Also known as:
- Rectal Cancer Screening
- 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
- Rectum Cancer Test
- Anal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1212: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
- Abscess
- Tailbone Disorder
- Infected Tailbone Cyst
- Sacrococcygeal Abscess
- Tailbone Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess
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:
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Constipation
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Benign Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous colon growth
- Colon adenoma
- Benign colon tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
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:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
What procedures does Dr. Aquino perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Aquino 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. Aquino. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- External Hemorrhoid Removal
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Fissure Repair
- Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Surgery
- External Piles Removal
- Hemorrhoidectomy with Fissurectomy
- Piles Surgery with Fissure Repair
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Removal
- Fistulectomy
- Fissurectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46250: Hemorrhoidectomy, external, 2 or more columns/groups
- 46261: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups; with fissurectomy
- 46262: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups; with fistulectomy, including fissurectomy, when performed
- 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Removal of Anal Skin Tags
- Anal Papillae Excision
- Perianal Skin Tag Removal
- Anorectal Tag Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46230: Excision of multiple external papillae or tags, anus
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal by Heat
- Infrared Coagulation for Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Cautery
- Radiofrequency Hemorrhoid Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46930: Destruction of internal hemorrhoid(s) by thermal energy (eg, infrared coagulation, cautery, radiofrequency)
Also known as:
- Anoscopy with Dilation
- Anoscopy
- Anal Canal Exam with Widening
- Rectal Exam with Dilation
- Anorectal Scope with Balloon Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 46604: Anoscopy; with dilation (eg, balloon, guide wire, bougie)
Also known as:
- Pudendal Nerve Block
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Pudendal Nerve Injection
- Pelvic Pain Injection
- Nerve Block for Pelvic Pain
- Anesthetic Pudendal Nerve
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64430: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; pudendal nerve
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Aquino accept my insurance?
Dr. Aquino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 474-7171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aquino accept in Seabrook, TX?
Dr. Aquino in Seabrook, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Aquino's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Surgeons
Fellow
1991
American Society of Colon Rectal Surgeons
Fellow
1991
American College of Surgeons
Fellow
1991
American Society of Colon Rectal Surgeons
Fellow
1991
What is Dr. Aquino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aquino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043203128.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aquino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aquino
What is Dr. Marcus Aquino's specialty?
Dr. Aquino is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Seabrook, TX. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Aquino to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Marcus Aquino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aquino is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood 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 Marcus Aquino accepting new patients in Seabrook, TX?
Yes, Dr. Marcus Aquino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marcus Aquino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aquino's office at (281) 474-7171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marcus Aquino?
Please contact Dr. Aquino's office at (281) 474-7171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marcus Aquino have?
Dr. Marcus Aquino is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery.
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