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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vargas, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Ypsilanti, MI?
Dr. Alvin John Vargas, DO is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ypsilanti, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vargas is fluent in English, and is 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 (734) 712-5189.
What languages does Dr. Vargas speak?
Dr. Vargas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vargas treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
What procedures does Dr. Vargas perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vargas 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Vargas accept my insurance?
Dr. Vargas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 712-5189 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vargas accept in Ypsilanti, MI?
Dr. Vargas in Ypsilanti, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Centene
Citizens Rx
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of North Dakota
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Vargas' office located?
Dr. Alvin John Vargas' Primary Practice
5361 McAuley Dr
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 712-5189
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 1457889370.
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. Alvin John Vargas's specialty?
Dr. Vargas is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Ypsilanti, MI. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Vargas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alvin John Vargas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vargas is affiliated with Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, Trinity Health Oakland Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Henry Ford Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alvin John Vargas accepting new patients in Ypsilanti, MI?
Yes, Dr. Alvin John Vargas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvin John Vargas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vargas's office at (734) 712-5189 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvin John Vargas?
Please contact Dr. Vargas's office at (734) 712-5189 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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