Summary

Dr. Leonardo Vargas is an internal medicine physician specializing in both outpatient internal medicine and hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Costa Rica and completed his residency training at multiple hospitals including Presence St Francis Hospital in 1999. With over three decades of medical practice, Dr. Vargas brings extensive experience to patient care. He is fluent in French and Spanish in addition to English.

Dr. Vargas practices at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and sees patients at the Northwestern Medicine Glenview Outpatient Center in Glenview, Illinois. His clinical focus includes comprehensive adult medicine care and health education for his patients. He also serves as an aviation medical examiner, providing specialized medical evaluations for pilots and aviation professionals. Patients consistently rate Dr. Vargas highly, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 32 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, Spanish
  • Presence St Francis Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

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4.8 
32 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French, Spanish Speaks Polish, Spanish, English Speaks Arabic, English
Glenview , ILMaywood , ILMaywood , ILChicago , IL
Med School: University of Costa Rica Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Leonardo Vargas

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Leonardo Vargas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Leonardo Vargas has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Aviation Medicine
  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Leonardo Vargas holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Presence St Francis Hospital in 1999, AMITA Health/St Francis Hospital in 1999, Ascension Illinois/St Francis Hospital in 1999, Ascension Illinois/St Francis in 1999, and Prime Midwest GME Consortium in 1999.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Costa Rica in 1994.

NPI Number

Leonardo Vargas' NPI number is 1245385699.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Leonardo Vargas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Leonardo Vargas has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Leonardo Vargas accept my insurance?
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What languages does Leonardo Vargas speak?
Leonardo Vargas speaks French and Spanish.
Where is Leonardo Vargas's office located?
Leonardo Vargas's office is located at 2701 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, IL, 60026.
Is Leonardo Vargas accepting new patients?
Leonardo Vargas has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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