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Dr. Marnix Verhofste, MD

Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Verhofste, Thoracic Surgeon in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Marnix Verhofste, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Verhofste graduated from University of Groningen Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Thoracic Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Med Coll Of Ohio, General Surgery. Dr. Verhofste is fluent in English, Dutch, and Flemish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Verhofste’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Verhofste’s office at (515) 235-5000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Thoracic Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Med Coll Of Ohio, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Rijksuniversiteit Gent | University of Groningen Faculty of Medicine | Abia State University Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Verhofste board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Marnix Verhofste, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Verhofste speak?

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

    • Dutch

    • English

    • Flemish

    What conditions does Dr. Verhofste treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Verhofste 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. Verhofste. 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
    • Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
    • Atherosclerosis in grafts
    • Silent coronary artery disease in grafts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer
    • Right lower lobe lung cancer
    • Left lower lobe lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
    • C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
    • I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    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:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    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:

    • 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:

    • Clinical Research Control Examination
    • Clinical Trials
    • Research Study Checkup
    • Clinical Trial Participant Exam
    • Control Group Medical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Lump or Swelling
    • Body Mass
    • Torso Lump
    • Trunk Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Does Dr. Verhofste accept my insurance?

    Dr. Verhofste accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 235-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Verhofste accept in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Verhofste in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • QuikTrip Corporation

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Verhofste's office located?

    Dr. Marnix Verhofste's Primary Practice

    411 Laurel St Ste 1225

    Des Moines, IA 50314

    (515) 235-5000

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    Dr. Marnix Verhofste's Practice 2

    5880 University Ave

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

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    Dr. Marnix Verhofste's Practice 3

    1816 Philadelphia St

    Ames, IA 50010

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

    Dr. Verhofste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821070657.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Verhofste?

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

    What is Dr. Marnix Verhofste's specialty?

    Dr. Verhofste is a Thoracic Surgeon near Des Moines, IA. 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. Verhofste to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Marnix Verhofste affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Verhofste is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines 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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    Is Marnix Verhofste accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Marnix Verhofste is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marnix Verhofste offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Verhofste's office at (515) 235-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Marnix Verhofste?

    Please contact Dr. Verhofste's office at (515) 235-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Marnix Verhofste have?

    Dr. Marnix Verhofste is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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