Manuel Vargas, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Manuel Vargas is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in New Orleans, LA with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Manuel Vargas, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 16+ years, working in group practice. He has been in practice for 16+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
Older · 2845dNPPES updated 2018-08-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
259
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
670
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,632
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.91M
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$845 received from industry
15 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Manuel Vargas's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
16 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
4422 Lake Vista Dr, Metairie, LA 70006-2106
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Manuel Vargas
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Manuel Vargas for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to New Orleans required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manuel Vargas
NPI records show Dr. Vargas as active with telehealth listed in New Orleans, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (504) 568-4498.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Manuel Vargas
Practice Location
1542 Tulane Ave # T4m2, New Orleans, LA 70112-2865
Mailing Address
4422 Lake Vista Dr, Metairie, LA 70006-2106
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