Summary

Dr. Michael Vargas is a cardiologist and internal medicine physician who brings over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Universidad De Buenos Aires Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at St Marys Hospital. With 55 years of experience treating heart and internal medicine conditions, Dr. Vargas has developed extensive knowledge in cardiovascular care. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Vargas practices at multiple locations throughout Southern California, including Temecula, Menifee, and Corona, and maintains an affiliation with Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center. He specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His diagnostic expertise includes performing heart tests such as EKGs, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate cardiac function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 55 years of experience
  • 60 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • St Marys Hospital
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 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. Michael Joseph Vargas has 4 locations

Southwest Cardiology Medical Group

27555 Ynez Rd Ste 400Temecula, CA 92591
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Temecula Valley Hospital

31700 Temecula PkwyTemecula, CA 92592

Southwest Cardiology Medical Group

29826 Haun Rd Ste 203Menifee, CA 92586
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Michael Joseph Vargas, MDDr. Raghav Sharma, MDDr. Don Nelson Tait, DODr. Yamuna Reddy Kondapally, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInterventional CardiologyInternal Medicine
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55 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English
Temecula , CAWinter Park , FLMurrieta , CAHemet , CA
Med School: Universidad De Buenos Aires Facultad De Medicina Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteo Medicine-Macomb University Ctr Med School: Osmania Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Joseph Vargas

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AlphaCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • PacificSource Health Plans - HMO
  • PreferredOne
  • Premier Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • SummaCare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Joseph Vargas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Joseph Vargas has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Angioplasty
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Catheterization
  • Cholesterol Management
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Holter monitoring
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Joseph 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 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Marys Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad De Buenos Aires Facultad De Medicina in 1971.

NPI Number

Dr. Vargas' NPI number is 1710926282.

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Where is Dr. Michael Vargas's office located?
Dr. Michael Vargas's office is located at 27555 Ynez Rd Ste 400, Temecula, CA, 92591.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Vargas affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Vargas is affiliated with Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Michael Vargas speak?
Dr. Michael Vargas speaks Spanish and English.

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