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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vega, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Tamara Vega, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Vega is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vega’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vega’s office at (352) 733-0477.
Is Dr. Vega board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Vega, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vega speak?
Dr. Vega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vega treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vega 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. Vega. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Vega perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tamara Vega may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vega's office.
Does Dr. Vega accept my insurance?
Dr. Vega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 733-0477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vega accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Vega in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Vega's office located?
Dr. Tamara Vega's Primary Practice
1600 SW Archer Rd
Gainesville, FL 32610
(352) 733-0477
What is Dr. Vega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689764060.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vega?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vega
What is Dr. Tamara Vega's specialty?
Dr. Vega is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Gainesville, FL. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Vega to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tamara Vega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vega is affiliated with Tift Regional Medical Center, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Phoebe Putney Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Tamara Vega accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Vega is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tamara Vega offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vega's office at (352) 733-0477 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tamara Vega?
Please contact Dr. Vega's office at (352) 733-0477 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tamara Vega have?
Dr. Tamara Vega is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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