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Who is Dr. Vega, Infectious Disease Specialist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Vivian Vega, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vega is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vega’s office at (813) 844-4187.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vega?
Dr. Vivian Vega, 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. Vega empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV, Hospital Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tampa, FL community, Dr. Vega is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Vega speak?
Dr. Vega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Vega typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Vega 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. Vega. 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:
- Exposure to HIV
- HIV
- HIV contact
- Suspected HIV exposure
- Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Vega typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vivian Vega 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. Vega's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vega accept my insurance?
Dr. Vega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 844-4187 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vega accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Vega in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
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Where is Dr. Vega's office located?
What is Dr. Vega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225261464.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vega?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vega
What is Dr. Vivian Vega's specialty?
Dr. Vega is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Tampa, FL.
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. Vivian Vega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vega is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: James A. Haley Veterans' 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 Vivian Vega accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Vivian Vega is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivian Vega offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vega's office at (813) 844-4187 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivian Vega?
Please contact Dr. Vega's office at (813) 844-4187 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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