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Dr. Rafael Duran Vargas, MD

Lafayette, IN

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Duran Vargas, Surgeon in Lafayette, IN?

    Dr. Rafael Duran Vargas, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lafayette, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Duran Vargas is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Duran Vargas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Duran Vargas’s office at (317) 948-0944.

    What languages does Dr. Duran Vargas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Duran Vargas treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Duran 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. Duran 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.

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation
    • Aorta Bulge
    • Enlarged Aorta
    • Aorta Widening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
    • I719: Aortic aneurysm of unspecified site, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Use
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Smoking habit
    • Nicotine use
    • Tobacco dependency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z720: Tobacco use

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    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:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Thoracic Aortic Widening
    • Dilated Thoracic Aorta
    • Thoracic Aortic Dilation
    • Enlarged Chest Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Duran Vargas perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Rafael Duran Vargas may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Duran Vargas' office.

    Does Dr. Duran Vargas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Duran Vargas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 948-0944 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Duran Vargas accept in Lafayette, IN?

    Dr. Duran Vargas in Lafayette, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Assurant

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Indiana University Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Duran Vargas' office located?

    Dr. Rafael Duran Vargas' Primary Practice

    5165 McCarty Ln

    Lafayette, IN 47905

    (317) 948-0944

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    Dr. Rafael Duran Vargas' Practice 2

    545 Barnhill Dr # 215

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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    Dr. Rafael Duran Vargas' Practice 3

    5177 McCarty Ln

    Colburn, IN 47905

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

    Dr. Duran Vargas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962813360.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Duran Vargas?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Duran Vargas's specialty?

    Dr. Duran Vargas is a Surgeon near Lafayette, IN. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Duran Vargas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rafael Duran Vargas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Duran Vargas is affiliated with Iu Health Arnett Hospital 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 Rafael Duran Vargas accepting new patients in Lafayette, IN?

    No, Dr. Rafael Duran Vargas is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Duran Vargas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Duran Vargas's office at (317) 948-0944 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rafael Duran Vargas?

    Please contact Dr. Duran Vargas's office at (317) 948-0944 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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