Summary

Dr. Jorge Vargas treats abdominal pain and constipation, and manages enteral and parenteral nutrition. They practice gastroenterology and are affiliated with UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Vargas completed a residency in pediatrics at Hospital Infantil Lorencita Villegas de Santos and fellowships at UCLA School of Medicine and Faculté de Médecine Saint-Antoine. They speak French, Italian, and Spanish.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.3
  • 54 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, Italian, Spanish
  • Pediatrics UCLA School of Medicine: Pediatrics
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Westwood Pediatrics

200 Medical Plaza Suite 265Los Angeles, CA 90095

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54 Years of Experience
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Speaks French, Italian, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Los Angeles , CASacramento , CASacramento , CASacramento , CA
Med School: MD Colegio Mayor/Nuestra Senora del Rosario Med School: Emory University Med School: University of South Alabama Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jorge H Vargas

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Institute of Excellence
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Centers of Medical Excellence
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage PPO*
  • Blue Shield 65 Plus
  • Blue Shield Exclusive PPO Network
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California\xa0*
  • Cigna
  • Cigna LifeSource
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Inc. dba California Foundation Medical Care (CFMC)
  • Interlink
  • Interplan (a HealthSmart product)
  • LifeTrac
  • MultiPlan
  • OptumHealth Transplant Centers of Excellence (formerly United Resource Network)
  • Oscar EPO - Circle Network
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • SCAN Health Plan - SCAN Classic II
  • Tricare
  • UFCM Health System
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage\xa0*
  • UnitedHealthcare West
  • Vivity (offered by Anthem Blue Cross)

Medical Specialties

Jorge H Vargas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Jorge H Vargas has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases (GI Diseases)
  • Liver Transplantation
  • Nutritional Support
  • Pediatric Gastroenterology

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Jorge H Vargas holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Pediatrics UCLA School of Medicine: Pediatrics in 1984, Gastroenterology UCLA School of Medicine: Internal Medicine in 1983, and Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition Faculte de Medecine Saint-Antoine in 1981.

Residency

Completed their residency at Pediatrics Hospital Infantil Lorencita Villegas de Santos in 1978.

Internship

Completed their internship at Rotating (Internship) Hospital San Jose de Bogota in 1972.

Medical School

Graduated from MD Colegio Mayor/Nuestra Senora del Rosario in 1972.

NPI Number

Jorge H Vargas' NPI number is 1548362361.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Jorge Vargas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Jorge Vargas has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Jorge Vargas's office located?
Jorge Vargas's office is located at 200 Medical Plaza Suite 265, Los Angeles, CA, 90095.
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Which hospitals is Jorge Vargas affiliated with?
Jorge Vargas is affiliated with UCLA MATTEL CHILDRENS HOSPITAL.
What languages does Jorge Vargas speak?
Jorge Vargas speaks French, Italian, and Spanish.

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