Summary

Rafael Vergara, MD, is board certified in pediatrics with areas of interest in allergies, asthma, development/behavior and ADHD. Born and raised in Colombia, Dr. Vergara moved to Orange County after completing medical school in his home country. He completed pediatric residency training at UCI Medical Center/Long Beach Memorial. Dr. Vergara describes himself as a child’s health advocate who uses accurate current information, common sense and reason when caring for his patients.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 37 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UC Irvine Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Rafael Vergara, MD

17762 Beach Blvd Ste 220Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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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37 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Huntington Beach , CAFranklin , TNFranklin , TNOrange , CA
Med School: Pontifical Xavierian University Med School: Sackler School of Medicine -- Tel-Aviv University Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rafael Vergara

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Rafael Vergara has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Rafael Vergara has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Rafael Vergara holds an active medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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 UC Irvine Medical Center, Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Pediatrics, University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals in 1995, Uc Irvine Med Ctr/Long Beach Meml Hospital in 1995, and Uc Irvine Med Ctr/Long Beach Meml Hospital in 1993.

Medical School

Graduated from Pontifical Xavierian University, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina in 1989, and Pontificia Univ Javeriana, Fac De Med, Bogota, Colombia in 1989.

NPI Number

Rafael Vergara's NPI number is 1932259389.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Rafael Vergara affiliated with?
Rafael Vergara is affiliated with Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center.
Where is Rafael Vergara's office located?
Rafael Vergara's office is located at 17762 Beach Blvd Ste 220, Huntington Beach, CA, 92647.
Does Rafael Vergara accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Rafael Vergara accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Rafael Vergara accepting new patients?
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Does Rafael Vergara accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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