Summary

Dr. Ricardo Vargas treats Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Diabetes Type 2 in Children and Teens, and performs physical therapy and outpatient rehabilitation. They practice family medicine and are affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. Dr. Vargas has practiced family medicine for 30 years and speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Vargas completed a residency at Cabarrus Memorial Hospital and sees patients in Locust, North Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Vargas 4.73 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 30 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Cabarrus Memorial Hospital
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Novant Health Lakeside Primary Care - Locust

236 Market St Ste 110Locust, NC 28097
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ricardo Vargas

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Ricardo Vargas has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Ricardo Vargas has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Ricardo Vargas holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Cabarrus Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1996.

NPI Number

Ricardo Vargas' NPI number is 1649268459.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Ricardo Vargas affiliated with?
Ricardo Vargas is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.
Is Ricardo Vargas accepting new patients?
Ricardo Vargas is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Ricardo Vargas's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Ricardo Vargas speak?
Ricardo Vargas speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Ricardo Vargas's office located?
Ricardo Vargas's office is located at 236 Market St Ste 110, Locust, NC, 28097.
Does Ricardo Vargas accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Ricardo Vargas accepts on their Vitals profile.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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