20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Varughese, Family Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Biju Varughese, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Varughese graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at North Oakland Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Varughese is fluent in English and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varughese’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varughese’s office at (916) 560-0319.
Where did Dr. Varughese go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Oakland Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Oakland Physicians Medical Center Program
Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Varughese board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Biju Varughese, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Varughese speak?
Dr. Varughese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malayalam
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Varughese typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Varughese 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. Varughese. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Varughese typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Biju Varughese may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Varughese's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Varughese accept my insurance?
Dr. Varughese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 560-0319 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Varughese accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Varughese in Sacramento, CA 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 Corporation
CommonSpirit Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Varughese's office located?
What is Dr. Varughese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Varughese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437168531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varughese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varughese
What is Dr. Biju Varughese's specialty?
Dr. Varughese is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, CA.
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 this Dr. Biju Varughese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Varughese is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Uc Davis Medical Center, Mercy San Juan 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 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 Biju Varughese accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Biju Varughese is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Biju Varughese offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Varughese's office at (916) 560-0319 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Biju Varughese?
Please contact Dr. Varughese's office at (916) 560-0319 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Biju Varughese have?
Dr. Biju Varughese is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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