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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vargas, Cardiologist in Menifee, CA?
Dr. Michael Vargas, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Menifee, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 48 years. Dr. Vargas graduated from Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at St Mary's Hospital (Waterbury) Program. Dr. Vargas is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (951) 693-4433.
Where did Dr. Vargas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary's Hospital (Waterbury) Program
Medical School: Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas | Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas
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 Cardiologist like Dr. Vargas typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Vargas typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Vargas may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (951) 693-4433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vargas accept in Menifee, CA?
Dr. Vargas in Menifee, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vargas' office located?
Dr. Michael Vargas' Primary Practice
29826 Haun Rd Ste 203
Menifee, CA 92586
(951) 693-4433
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 1710926282.
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. Michael Vargas's specialty?
Dr. Vargas is a Cardiologist near Menifee, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Michael Vargas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vargas is affiliated with Temecula Valley Hospital, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Uci 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Vargas accepting new patients in Menifee, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Vargas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Vargas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vargas's office at (951) 693-4433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Vargas?
Please contact Dr. Vargas's office at (951) 693-4433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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