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Who is Dr. Vigil, Infectious Disease Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Karen Vigil, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Vigil graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado. Dr. Vigil is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vigil’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vigil’s office at (713) 873-4000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vigil?
Dr. Karen Vigil, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Vigil empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston, TX community, Dr. Vigil is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Vigil go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado
Is Dr. Vigil board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Vigil, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vigil speak?
Dr. Vigil and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Vigil typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Vigil 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. Vigil. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Vigil typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Vigil may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Vigil's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vigil accept my insurance?
Dr. Vigil accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 873-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vigil accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Vigil in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vigil's office located?
720 Gulf States Hemphilia/Thrombophilia Clinic
6410 Fannin St Ste 604
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 873-4000
What is Dr. Vigil's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vigil's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760795017.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vigil?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vigil
What is Dr. Karen Vigil's specialty?
Dr. Vigil is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Karen Vigil affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vigil is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karen Vigil accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Karen Vigil is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Vigil offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vigil's office at (713) 873-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Vigil?
Please contact Dr. Vigil's office at (713) 873-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Vigil have?
Dr. Karen Vigil is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Vigil
720 Gulf States Hemphilia/Thrombophilia Clinic
6410 Fannin St Ste 604
Houston, TX 77030