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Who is Dr. Vargo, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Christopher Vargo, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vargo completed his residency at Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, General Surgery. Dr. Vargo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vargo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vargo’s office at (512) 795-5100.
Where did Dr. Vargo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, General Surgery
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med
What languages does Dr. Vargo speak?
Dr. Vargo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vargo treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Vargo 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. Vargo. 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:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Narrowing of a leg or arm stent
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
- Peripheral stent blockage
- Vascular stent re-narrowing
- Blocked leg stent
- Peripheral artery stent narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
- T82856A: Stenosis of peripheral vascular stent, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Enlarged Liver
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Dialysis Catheter Management
- Dialysis
- Dialysis catheter adjustment
- Extracorporeal catheter care
- Dialysis access maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
- Blood Clots
- Vascular device thrombosis
- Clot in vascular implant
- Blood vessel graft blood clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma
- Fibromyoma
- Myoma
- Uterine growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
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:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Dialysis Catheter Complication
- Failed Arteriovenous Fistula
- Dialysis Catheter Problem
- Kidney Dialysis Tube Issue
- Vascular Access Catheter Complication
- AV Fistula Malfunction
- Arteriovenous Fistula Problem
- Dialysis Fistula Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8249XA: Other complication of vascular dialysis catheter, initial encounter
- T82510A: Breakdown (mechanical) of surgically created arteriovenous fistula, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Infusion Catheter Mechanical Problem
- IV catheter malfunction
- Infusion line issue
- Catheter blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82594A: Other mechanical complication of infusion catheter, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Vargo perform as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Vargo may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vargo's office.
Does Dr. Vargo accept my insurance?
Dr. Vargo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 795-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vargo accept in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Vargo in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medica
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Vargo's office located?
What is Dr. Vargo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vargo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215955224.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vargo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vargo
What is Dr. Christopher Vargo's specialty?
Dr. Vargo is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Omaha, NE. A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Contact Dr. Vargo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Vargo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vargo is affiliated with Nebraska Medical 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 Christopher Vargo accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Vargo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Vargo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vargo's office at (512) 795-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Vargo?
Please contact Dr. Vargo's office at (512) 795-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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