30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vergara, Pediatrician in Huntington Beach, CA?
Dr. Rafael Vergara, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Huntington Beach, CA. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Vergara graduated from Pontifical Xavierian University and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Pediatrics. He is a member of the MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. Vergara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vergara’s office at (714) 848-0080.
Where did Dr. Vergara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Pediatrics | University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals | Uc Irvine Med Ctr/Long Beach Meml Hospital | UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: Pontificia Univ Javeriana, Fac De Med, Bogota, Colombia | Pontifical Xavierian University | Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Vergara board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Vergara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Vergara speak?
Dr. Vergara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Vergara typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Vergara 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. Vergara. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Vergara typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Rafael Vergara 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
Please contact Dr. Vergara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vergara accept my insurance?
Dr. Vergara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 848-0080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vergara accept in Huntington Beach, CA?
Dr. Vergara in Huntington Beach, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vergara's office located?
Dr. Rafael Vergara's Primary Practice
17762 Beach Blvd Ste 220
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
(714) 848-0080
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
MemorialCare Physician Society
Member
What is Dr. Vergara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vergara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932259389.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vergara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vergara
What is Dr. Rafael Vergara's specialty?
Dr. Vergara is a Pediatrician near Huntington Beach, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
Is this Dr. Rafael Vergara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vergara is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rafael Vergara accepting new patients in Huntington Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Vergara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Vergara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vergara's office at (714) 848-0080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Vergara?
Please contact Dr. Vergara's office at (714) 848-0080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Vergara have?
Dr. Rafael Vergara is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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