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Dr. Jorge Palomino Vargas, MD
Fairfield, CT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palomino Vargas, Hospitalist in Fairfield, CT?
Dr. Jorge Palomino Vargas, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Palomino Vargas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palomino Vargas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palomino Vargas’s office at (541) 535-6239.
What languages does Dr. Palomino Vargas speak?
Dr. Palomino Vargas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Palomino Vargas treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Palomino 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. Palomino 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Palomino Vargas perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jorge Palomino Vargas may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palomino Vargas' office.
Does Dr. Palomino Vargas accept my insurance?
Dr. Palomino Vargas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 535-6239 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palomino Vargas accept in Fairfield, CT?
Dr. Palomino Vargas in Fairfield, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Palomino Vargas' office located?
Dr. Jorge Palomino Vargas' Primary Practice
1152 Kings Highway Cutoff
Fairfield, CT 06824
(541) 535-6239
What is Dr. Palomino Vargas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palomino Vargas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760845846.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palomino Vargas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palomino Vargas
What is Dr. Jorge Palomino Vargas's specialty?
Dr. Palomino Vargas is a Hospitalist near Fairfield, CT. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Palomino Vargas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jorge Palomino Vargas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palomino Vargas is affiliated with Bridgeport Hospital, Griffin Hospital, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven, Greenwich Hospital, Saint Agnes 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 Jorge Palomino Vargas accepting new patients in Fairfield, CT?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Palomino Vargas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Palomino Vargas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palomino Vargas's office at (541) 535-6239 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Palomino Vargas?
Please contact Dr. Palomino Vargas's office at (541) 535-6239 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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