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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vara, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Emily Vara, DO is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vara’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vara’s office at (843) 792-0269.
What languages does Dr. Vara speak?
Dr. Vara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Vara typically treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Vara 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. Vara. 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:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Juvenile Dermatomyositis
- Myositis
- Childhood Dermatomyositis
- JDM
- Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Relapsing Fever
- Bacterial Infection
- Recurrent fever
- Borreliosis
- Tick-borne relapsing fever
ICD-10 Codes:
- A689: Relapsing fever, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Vara typically perform?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Vara performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Vara. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Vara accept my insurance?
Dr. Vara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-0269 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vara accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Vara in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vara's office located?
What is Dr. Vara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689053522.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vara
What is Dr. Emily Vara's specialty?
Dr. Vara is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Charleston, SC.
What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.
Is this Dr. Emily Vara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vara is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center, Colleton Medical Center, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center 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 Emily Vara accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Emily Vara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emily Vara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vara's office at (843) 792-0269 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emily Vara?
Please contact Dr. Vara's office at (843) 792-0269 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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