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Dr. Jorge Vargas, MD

Dr. Jorge Vargas, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Pediatrician, Gastroenterologist

Los Angeles, CA

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vargas, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Jorge Vargas, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Vargas graduated from Our Lady of the Rosary University and completed his residency at Pediatrics, Hospital Infantil Lorencita Villegas de Santos. Dr. Vargas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vargas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vargas’s office at (310) 206-6134.

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

    • Fellowship: Pediatrics, UCLA School of Medicine | Gastroenterology, UCLA School of Medicine | Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Faculte de Medecine Saint-Antoine

    • Residency: Pediatrics, Hospital Infantil Lorencita Villegas de Santos

    • Medical School: Colegio Mayor De Nuestra Senora Del Rosario | Greater College Of Our Lady Of The Rosary | Our Lady of the Rosary University

    Is Dr. Vargas board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Vargas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Vargas typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Feeding Tube Opening
    • Stomach Stoma
    • G-tube

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z931: Gastrostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Malabsorption After Surgery
    • After Surgery
    • Malabsorption Syndromes
    • Postoperative Malabsorption
    • Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
    • Surgical Malabsorption

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Failure
    • Gut Failure
    • Bowel Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K9083: Intestinal failure

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Vargas typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Vargas 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. 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:

    • Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
    • PEG Tube Placement
    • Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
    • EGD with Feeding Tube
    • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Widening

    CPT Codes:

    • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
    • G-tube Change
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
    • Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Vargas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vargas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-6134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vargas accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Vargas in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vargas' office located?

    12-383 Mdcc

    10833 Le Conte Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 206-6134

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    Ucla Dept Of Ped Grp

    757 Westwood Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Jorge Vargas' Practice 3

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 265

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    What hospitals are Dr. Vargas affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Vargas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center,Northridge, CA
    Regents Univ Of Calif Los Angeles,West Hills, CA
    Adventist Health Simi Valley,Simi Valley, CA

    Recognitions

    Awards

    Southern California Super Doctors

    Southern California Super Doctors 2008

    Los Angeles Super Doctors

    What is Dr. Vargas's NPI number?A 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 1548362361.

    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. Jorge Vargas's specialty?

    Dr. Vargas is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.

    Is Dr. Jorge Vargas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vargas is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Santa Barbara Cottage 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Jorge Vargas accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Vargas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jorge Vargas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vargas' office at (310) 206-6134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jorge Vargas?

    Please contact Dr. Vargas' office at (310) 206-6134 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vargas' office located?

    Dr. Vargas' office is located in Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Vargas have?

    Dr. Jorge Vargas is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.