
Dr. David Vargas, MD
Colorectal Surgery•Male•Age 58
Dr. David Vargas, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in New Orleans, LA. He is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Vargas to book an appointment.

Dr. David Vargas, MD
Colorectal Surgery
Locations
Ochsner Medical Center
At a Glance
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Dr. Vargas' Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vargas
4.2
Based on 10 ratings
5 Stars | 80% | (8) |
4 Stars | 0% | (0) |
3 Stars | 0% | (0) |
2 Stars | 0% | (0) |
1 Star | 20% | (2) |
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- Appointment scheduling (8)
- Appointment wasn't rushed (8)
- Explained conditions well (8)
- Appointment was rushed (2)
- Didn't explain conditions well (2)
- Didn't listen or answer questions (2)
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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How was your experience with Dr. Vargas?Overall Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Vargas to family and friends is 4.2 out of 5
Experience and Background Checks
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Dr. Vargas' Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Vargas treats Anal and Rectal Cancer more than 95% of his peers
Dr. Vargas treats this condition more than 95% of his peers
Rating Includes other areas of care:
- Anal Cancer
- Rectal Cancer
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Vargas treats Intestinal Abscess more than 94% of his peers
Dr. Vargas treats this condition more than 94% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Vargas performs Sphincterotomy more than 97% of his peers
Dr. Vargas performs this procedure more than 97% of his peers
Dr. Vargas' conditions and procedures:
- Anal and Rectal Cancer
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Fistula
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anorectal Abscess
- Anoscopy
- Carcinoma in Situ
- Colectomy
- Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Destruction of Anal Tumor
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
- Excision of Rectal Tumor
- Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy, Anal
- Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Intestinal Abscess
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
- Laparotomy
- Megacolon
- Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
- Pelvic Abscess
- Pelvic Exenteration (For: Gynecologic, Urinary, or Colorectal Malignancy)
- Proctectomy, Open or Laparoscopic (incl. Swenson and Duhamel Procedures)
- Rectovaginal Fistula
- Removal of Reproductive Organs (Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Salpingectomy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Resection of Peritoneal Malignancy)
- Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
- Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
- Secondary Malignancies
- Sphincterotomy
- Transendoscopic Stent Placement
- Ulcerative Colitis
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Dr. Vargas accepts
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Dr. Vargas accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna POS
- Aetna PPO
- Choice Plus POS II
- American Lifecare
- Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Beech Street (Multiplan)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- Community Health Network
- Coventry Health Care of Louisiana
- Coventry Health Care of Louisiana HMO
- Employers Health Network
- Evolutions Healthcare Systems
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Worker's Compensation WC
- Galaxy Health Network
- Galaxy Health Network PPO
- Worker's Compensation WC
- Health Payors Organization
- Health Payors Organization PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Humana Veterans
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Special Needs Plan SNP
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
- National Healthcare Alliance
- National Preferred Provider Network
- PHCS
- PPO Plus
- PPO Plus PPO
- Prime Health Services
- Provider Networks of America
- Special Needs Plan
- Special Needs Plan SNP
- Three Rivers Provider Network
- UnitedHealthCare
- United Healthcare
- USA Managed Care Organization
- Worker's Compensation
- Worker's Compensation WC
About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Colorectal Surgery
Board Certifications
- Colon & Rectal Surgery
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Vargas, MD?
Click here to schedule an appointment online. New patients can also call (504) 266-0058, and for other questions, call (504) 842-4060.
Is Dr. David Vargas, MD accepting new patients?
Dr. David Vargas, MD generally accepts new patients on Healthgrades. You can see Dr. Vargas' profile to make an appointment.
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What are Dr. David Vargas, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Vargas frequently treats Anal and Rectal Cancer, Intestinal Abscess, and Sphincterotomy. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Vargas treats.
Where is Dr. David Vargas, MD's office located?
Dr. Vargas' office is located at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Does Dr. David Vargas, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Vargas has not yet indicated whether they offer telehealth services. Please contact the office to check for availability/eligibility.
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