Expertise in
6
conditions

Dr. Manuel A. Vargas

Rheumatology
Ochsner Health Center - Prairieville
16220 Airline Hwy, 
Prairieville, LA 
Accepting New Patients
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Referral may be required
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Expertise in
6
conditions
Ochsner Health Center - Prairieville
16220 Airline Hwy, 
Prairieville, LA 

Overview

Manuel Vargas is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Prairieville, Louisiana.

Dr. Vargas is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Sjogren Syndrome, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

Dr. Vargas is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 41 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Vargas is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in LA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology
American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Ochsner Medical Center Acute
Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Magnolia Health
  • HMO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Ochsner Health Center - Prairieville
16220 Airline Hwy, Prairieville, LA 70769
Other Locations
Ochsner Medical Complex - The Grove
10310 The Grove Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70836
Ochsner Health Center - O'Neal
16777 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

41 Total Publications

Temporal Patterns in Hospital Performance Indicators in the Chilean Public Hospital System: A Longitudinal Analysis Using Dimensionless Coefficients.
Temporal Patterns in Hospital Performance Indicators in the Chilean Public Hospital System: A Longitudinal Analysis Using Dimensionless Coefficients.
Journal: Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
Published: April 17, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Manuel A. Vargas

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Manuel A. Vargas?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Manuel A. Vargas by calling their office at 225-761-5200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Manuel A. Vargas a top-rated expert for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Manuel A. Vargas is classified as an Advanced expert for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Manuel A. Vargas specialize in?

While Dr. Manuel A. Vargas is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Sjogren Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Manuel A. Vargas participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Manuel A. Vargas has published 41 articles and abstracts on conditions like Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. You can view a list of Dr. Manuel A. Vargas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Manuel A. Vargas accept my insurance?

Dr. Manuel A. Vargas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 225-761-5200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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