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Who is Dr. Vargas, Neurologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Alejandro Vargas is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vargas completed his residency at University of Illinois Medical Center, Chicago - Neurology. Dr. Vargas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vargas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vargas’s office at (312) 563-2030.
Where did Dr. Vargas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Rush University Medical Center - Vascular Neurology
Residency: University of Illinois Medical Center, Chicago - Neurology
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago (Education)
What languages does Dr. Vargas speak?
Dr. Vargas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Vargas typically treat?
As a Neurologist, 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Vargas typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alejandro Vargas may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Vargas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vargas accept my insurance?
Dr. Vargas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 563-2030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vargas accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Vargas in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vargas' office located?
Dr. Alejandro Vargas' Primary Practice
1653 W Congress Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 563-2030
What is Dr. Vargas's NPI number?An 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 1255698445.
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. Alejandro Vargas's specialty?
Dr. Vargas is a Neurologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Alejandro Vargas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vargas is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Alejandro Vargas accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
No, Dr. Alejandro Vargas is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro Vargas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vargas's office at (312) 563-2030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Vargas?
Please contact Dr. Vargas's office at (312) 563-2030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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