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Dr. Gisela Vargas, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Brandon, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vargas, Family Medicine Specialist in Brandon, FL?

    Dr. Gisela Vargas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brandon, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vargas completed her residency at Burbank Hosp-U Mass Med Ctr. 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 (813) 491-3060.

    Where did Dr. Vargas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Burbank Hosp-U Mass Med Ctr

    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 Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vargas typically treat?

    As a Family 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vargas typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gisela 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 (813) 491-3060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vargas accept in Brandon, FL?

    Dr. Vargas in Brandon, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Integrated Home Care Services

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vargas' office located?

    Dr. Gisela Vargas' Primary Practice

    500 Vonderburg Dr Ste 311W

    Brandon, FL 33511

    (813) 491-3060

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    Dr. Gisela Vargas' Practice 2

    5015 E Busch Blvd

    Tampa, FL 33617

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    Dr. Gisela Vargas' Practice 3

    208 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

    Tampa, FL 33603

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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 1073506267.

    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. Gisela Vargas's specialty?

    Dr. Vargas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Brandon, FL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Gisela Vargas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vargas is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa, Tampa General Hospital, Adventhealth Tampa 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Gisela Vargas accepting new patients in Brandon, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Gisela Vargas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gisela Vargas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vargas' office at (813) 491-3060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Vargas' office at (813) 491-3060 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vargas' office located?

    Dr. Vargas' offices are located in Brandon, FL and Tampa, FL.