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Dr. Jill Vargo, MD

Rheumatologist

Asheville, NC

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Vargo, Rheumatologist in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Jill Vargo, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC. She is board certified. Dr. Vargo graduated from Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Charleston Area Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vargo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vargo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vargo’s office at (828) 258-9533.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Charleston Area Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Charleston Area Med Center | Charleston Area Medical Center/West Virginia University Program

    • Medical School: Marshall Univ Sch of Med, Huntington Wv | Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Vargo board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jill Vargo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vargo speak?

    Dr. Vargo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Vargo typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Vargo 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. Vargo. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Other Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Atypical psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis-related joint condition
    • Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy

    Also known as:

    • Ankylosing Spondylitis
    • AS
    • Bechterew's Disease
    • Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Vargo typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jill Vargo may include:

    Please contact Dr. Vargo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Vargo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vargo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 258-9533 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vargo accept in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Vargo in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vargo's office located?

    Dr. Jill Vargo's Primary Practice

    4 Vanderbilt Park Dr Ste 200

    Asheville, NC 28803

    (828) 258-9533

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    What is Dr. Vargo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Vargo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205899143.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vargo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vargo

    What is Dr. Jill Vargo's specialty?

    Dr. Vargo is a Rheumatologist near Asheville, NC.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Jill Vargo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Vargo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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. Jill Vargo accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Jill Vargo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jill Vargo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vargo's office at (828) 258-9533 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jill Vargo?

    Please contact Dr. Vargo's office at (828) 258-9533 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vargo's office located?

    Dr. Vargo's office is located in Asheville, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jill Vargo have?

    Dr. Jill Vargo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.