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Dr. Michael Vargas, MD

Cardiologist

Menifee, CA

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.

    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:

    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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Michael Vargas' Practice 2

    27555 Ynez Rd Ste 400

    Temecula, CA 92591

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    What is Dr. Vargas's NPI number?A 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 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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' office at (951) 693-4433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Vargas?

    Please contact Dr. Vargas' office at (951) 693-4433 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vargas' office located?

    Dr. Vargas' offices are located in Menifee, CA and Temecula, CA.