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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vargas, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Gabriela Vargas, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vargas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vargas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vargas’s office at (253) 841-9640.
What languages does Dr. Vargas speak?
Dr. Vargas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Vargas typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Vargas 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. Vargas. 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:
- Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
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:
- Ileostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Ileostomy Management
- Small Intestine Stoma Care
- Ileostomy Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Vargas typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Vargas may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
Please contact Dr. Vargas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vargas accept my insurance?
Dr. Vargas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 841-9640 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vargas accept in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Vargas in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cambia Health Solutions
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vargas' office located?
Dr. Gabriela Vargas' Primary Practice
4700 Point Fosdick Dr
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 841-9640
What is Dr. Vargas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vargas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194991570.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vargas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vargas
What is Dr. Gabriela Vargas's specialty?
Dr. Vargas is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Gig Harbor, WA.
What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gabriela Vargas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vargas is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital 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
When to see a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gabriela Vargas accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, Dr. Gabriela Vargas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gabriela Vargas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vargas's office at (253) 841-9640 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gabriela Vargas?
Please contact Dr. Vargas's office at (253) 841-9640 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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