Summary

Hugo E. Vargas, M.D., is a gastroenterologist, transplant hepatologist and internist at Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Vargas treats conditions and cancers, including hepatitis B, hepatitis C, hepatocellular carcinoma and portal hypertension, with a special emphasis on the recurrence of hepatitis B and hepatitis C after liver transplantation and complications of liver disease related to portal hypertension. He is interested in improving the quality of life for people with cancer and after liver transplantation. Mayo Clinic is the #1 hospital in Arizona, according to the U.S. News & World Report, and the Cancer Center continually ranks among the top hospitals in the U.S. for Cancer. Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 35 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hahnemann University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

Hugo Vargas

5779 E Mayo BlvdPhoenix, AZ 85054

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35 Years of Experience
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Phoenix , AZScottsdale , AZSun City , AZScottsdale , AZ
Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health Med School: New York University School of Medicine Med School: Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Hugo Vargas

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Culinary Health Fund
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • University of Arizona Health Plans

Medical Specialties

Hugo Vargas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Hugo Vargas has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Esophageal and Gastric Varices
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hepatocellular Carcinoma
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Liver Diseases
  • Liver Transplantation
  • Portal Hypertension
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Hugo Vargas holds an active medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Arizona that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Hahnemann University School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Hugo Vargas' NPI number is 1730164260.

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Hugo Vargas's office is located at 5779 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ, 85054.

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