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Dr. David Vargas

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Vargas, Psychiatrist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. David Vargas is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Vargas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vargas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vargas’s office at (415) 476-7527.

    What languages does Dr. Vargas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Vargas typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Vargas 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. 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:

    • Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • Atypical Anxiety
    • Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
    • Specific Anxiety Problem
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Does Dr. Vargas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vargas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-7527 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vargas accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Vargas in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • CommonSpirit Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • H & R Block

    • Heritage Health

    • Hospital Bella Vista

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • University of California

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    Where is Dr. Vargas' office located?

    Dr. David Vargas' Primary Practice

    401 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 476-7527

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    What hospitals are Dr. Vargas affiliated with?

    Dr. Vargas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Woodland Hills Medical Center,Woodland Hills, CA
    Downey Medical Center,Downey, CA
    Encino Hospital Medical Center,Encino, CA

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

    Dr. Vargas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215255765.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vargas?

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

    What is Dr. David Vargas's specialty?

    What does a Psychiatrist do?

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Is Dr. David Vargas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Vargas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Woodland Hills Medical Center, Downey Medical Center, Encino Hospital Medical Center. 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 a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore 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 Dr. David Vargas accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. David Vargas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Vargas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vargas' office at (415) 476-7527 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Vargas?

    Please contact Dr. Vargas' office at (415) 476-7527 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vargas' office located?

    Dr. Vargas' office is located in San Francisco, CA.