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Dr. Jay Varughese, MD

Dr. Jay Varughese, MD

South Pasadena, CA

16 Years of Experience

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Varughese, Hospitalist in South Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Jay Varughese, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in South Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Varughese graduated from Ross University, School of Medicine, North Brunswick, NJ. Dr. Varughese is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varughese’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varughese’s office at (619) 471-9185.

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

    • Medical School: Ross University, School of Medicine, North Brunswick, NJ | Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ | Hospitalist | Assistant Professor of Medicine

    Is Dr. Varughese board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Varughese, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Varughese speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Varughese treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Varughese 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. Varughese. 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:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Varughese perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jay Varughese may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Varughese's office.

    Does Dr. Varughese accept my insurance?

    Dr. Varughese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 471-9185 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Varughese accept in South Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Varughese in South Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Amcare Co

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Varughese's office located?

    Dr. Jay Varughese's Primary Practice

    209 Fair Oaks Ave

    South Pasadena, CA 91030

    (619) 471-9185

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    Dr. Jay Varughese's Practice 2

    9300 Campus Point Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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    Dr. Jay Varughese's Practice 3

    1601 Avocado Ave

    Newport Beach, CA 92660

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

    Dr. Varughese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447490230.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varughese?

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

    What is Dr. Jay Varughese's specialty?

    Dr. Varughese is a Hospitalist near South Pasadena, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Varughese to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jay Varughese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Varughese is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Jay Varughese accepting new patients in South Pasadena, CA?

    No, Dr. Jay Varughese is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jay Varughese offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Varughese's office at (619) 471-9185 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jay Varughese?

    Please contact Dr. Varughese's office at (619) 471-9185 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Varughese have?

    Dr. Jay Varughese is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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