Summary

With 45 years in gastroenterology and internal medicine, Dr. David Vargas treats gastritis, GERD, and colon polyps, and performs colonoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. He is affiliated with Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Babies and sees patients in Lakeland, Florida.

Dr. Vargas completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Vargas 3.92 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 45 years of experience
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. David J Vargas has 4 locations

Lakeland Regional Health

130 Pablo StLakeland, FL 33803
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Surgery Center Of Lakeland Hills Boulevard

3340 Lakeland Hills BlvdLakeland, FL 33805
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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45 Years of Experience
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Lakeland , FLTempe , AZLittleton , COSacramento , CA
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud Med School: Indiana State University Med School: Chamberlain University Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David J Vargas

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • America's 1st Choice
  • American Republic Insurance Company
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Ascension Health
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare
  • EmblemHealth
  • Evolutions Healthcare Systems
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - Medicare
  • Florida Community Care
  • Freedom Health
  • Freedom Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Gateway Health
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optimum HealthCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • Priority Health
  • SelectHealth
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Simply Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David J Vargas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David J Vargas has the following area of expertise

  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. David J Vargas holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Illinois College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Vargas' NPI number is 1881750305.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. David Vargas's office located?
Dr. David Vargas's office is located at 130 Pablo St, Lakeland, FL, 33803.
Is Dr. David Vargas accepting new patients?
Dr. David Vargas is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. David Vargas's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. David Vargas accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. David Vargas accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. David Vargas affiliated with?
Dr. David Vargas is affiliated with Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion For Women And Babies.
Does Dr. David Vargas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. David Vargas has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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