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31 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Vargas-Chen, Pediatrician in Smithtown, NY?
Dr. Nubia Vargas-Chen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Smithtown, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Vargas-Chen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vargas-Chen’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vargas-Chen’s office at (631) 386-4179.
Where did Dr. Vargas-Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Flushing Hospital Medical Center Residency, Pediatrics, ? Military University Nueva Granada Class of
Is Dr. Vargas-Chen board certified in Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Nubia Vargas-Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Vargas-Chen speak?
Dr. Vargas-Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vargas-Chen treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Vargas-Chen 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. Vargas-Chen. 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:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vaccine Safety Counseling
- Vaccine Safety
- Immunization Advice
- Vaccine Information Session
- Vaccine Side Effects Counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7185: Encounter for immunization safety counseling
Which procedures does Dr. Vargas-Chen perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Nubia Vargas-Chen may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vargas-Chen's office.
Does Dr. Vargas-Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Vargas-Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 386-4179 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vargas-Chen accept in Smithtown, NY?
Dr. Vargas-Chen in Smithtown, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vargas-Chen's office located?
Dr. Nubia Vargas-Chen's Primary Practice
260 E Middle Country Rd
Smithtown, NY 11787
(631) 386-4179
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nubia Vargas-Chen?
Dr. Vargas-Chen has appointments available at her Smithtown, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Vargas-Chen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vargas-Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013081272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vargas-Chen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vargas-Chen
What is Dr. Nubia Vargas-Chen's specialty?
Dr. Vargas-Chen is a Pediatrician near Smithtown, NY. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Vargas-Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nubia Vargas-Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vargas-Chen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Nubia Vargas-Chen accepting new patients in Smithtown, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nubia Vargas-Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nubia Vargas-Chen offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Vargas-Chen, or call (631) 386-4179 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Nubia Vargas-Chen?
Please contact Dr. Vargas-Chen's office at (631) 386-4179 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nubia Vargas-Chen have?
Dr. Nubia Vargas-Chen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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