16 Years of Experience
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. 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 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 as a 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Varughese typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Varughese typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jay Varughese may include:
Please contact Dr. Varughese's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Medicare
Not Specified
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
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
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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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