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Dr. Manuel Vargas, MD

Rheumatology* Age 38
Dr. Manuel Vargas, MD
4.8 (26 Ratings)

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Dr. Manuel Vargas, MD
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Dr. Manuel Vargas, MD

Rheumatology* Age 38
Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Manuel Vargas, MD is a Rheumatologist in Baton Rouge, LA.

About

Dr. Vargas graduated from Universidad Autonoma de Santo Domingo (USAD) and completed a residency at Brooklyn Hospital Center; Affiliate of The Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Manuel Vargas, MD is a Rheumatologist in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Vargas currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge. Dr. Vargas has experience treating conditions like Osteoporosis, Arthritis and Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Vargas received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 26 times. Dr. Vargas' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Vargas also speaks Spanish. Dr. Vargas is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteoporosis
Arthritis
Joint Pain
Osteoporosis
Arthritis
Joint Pain
Gout
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Osteopenia
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Fibromyalgia
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Malaise and Fatigue
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriatic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spondylitis
Trigger Finger
Vasculitis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Steroid Injection
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Neck
Arthritis of the Spine
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Autoimmune Diseases
Behçet's Disease
Bone Disorders
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Constipation
Cryoglobulinemia
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Spine Disorders
Dehydration
Dermatomyositis
Dry Eyes
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Foot Infection
Goodpasture's Disease
Granulomatosis
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Infective Arthritis
Ingrown Nail
Knee Disorders
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leukocytopenia
Limb Swelling
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Palindromic Rheumatism
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyositis
Posterior Uveitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Shortness of Breath
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Systemic Vasculitis
Temporal Arteritis
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vascular Disease
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Arthrocentesis
Biological Therapy
Bone Density Scan
Bursa Injection
Chronic Care Management
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Infusion Therapy
Injection of Tendon
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Joint Injection
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Nail Avulsion and Excision
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Soft Tissue Injections
Trigger Point Injection
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
X-Ray
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Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
  • Guardian
  • Medicaid
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Humana
  • Coventry Health Care of Louisiana HMO
  • PPO Plus PPO
  • Principal Financial Group
  • Tricare
  • Assurant Health
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Aetna
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue 2.0

Locations

  1. 1 Ochsner Pharmacy And Wellness-Baton Rouge
    10310 The Grove Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70836
    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    Closed
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    Closed
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Office
    1542 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA 70112
  3. 3 Ochsner Health Center-Prairieville
    16220 Airline Hwy, Prairieville, LA 70769
    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    Closed
    Wednesday
    Closed
    Thursday
    Closed
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  4. 4 Stanocola Home Health
    16777 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vargas
4.8
Based on 26 Reviews
5 Stars (24)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Feb 16, 2024
Well I saw doctor Vargas on 02/07/24 and he always amazed me with his wisdom and ability to answer all my questions and concerns
Sara Hilda Gomez — Feb 16, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Rheumatology
Autoimmune Diseases
Musculoskeletal Medicine
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Universidad Autonoma de Santo Domingo (USAD)
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Brooklyn Hospital Center; Affiliate of The Mount Sinai Hospital
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Manuel Vargas, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Vargas' profile.

Dr. Vargas frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoporosis, Arthritis and Joint Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Manuel Vargas, MD is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge.

Yes, Dr. Manuel Vargas, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

    1202 S Tyler St, Covington, LA

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA

  • Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge

    17000 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA