Dr. Stephen Vara, MD
Port Charlotte, FL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vara, Medical Oncologist in Port Charlotte, FL?
Dr. Stephen Vara, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Port Charlotte, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vara’s office at (941) 257-2280.
Is Dr. Vara board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Vara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vara speak?
Dr. Vara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vara treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
- Gullet Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C155: Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Acute Blood Clot
- Acute Venous Thrombosis
- Sudden Vein Clot
- Thromboembolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8290: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified vein
What procedures does Dr. Vara perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Vara accept my insurance?
Dr. Vara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 257-2280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vara accept in Port Charlotte, FL?
Dr. Vara in Port Charlotte, FL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Freedom Health
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Vara's office located?
Dr. Stephen Vara's Primary Practice
22395 Edgewater Dr Fl Cancer
Port Charlotte, FL 33980
(941) 257-2280
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 1356545818.
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. Stephen Vara's specialty?
Dr. Vara is a Medical Oncologist near Port Charlotte, FL. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Vara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Vara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vara is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, MaineGeneral Medical Center, Southwest Health System - Cortez 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 Stephen Vara accepting new patients in Port Charlotte, FL?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Vara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Vara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vara's office at (941) 257-2280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Vara?
Please contact Dr. Vara's office at (941) 257-2280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Vara have?
Dr. Stephen Vara is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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