Richard M. Vigness
Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions
1307 Eighth Ave, Ste 601, 
Fort Worth, TX 

Overview

Richard Vigness is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Vigness is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Aortic Valve Stenosis, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

UT Health Science Center At Houston - GME (1981)

Residency

UT Health Science Center at Houston - General Surgery (1987)

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery
General Surgery

Licenses

Specialist in TX

Fellowships

Texas Heart Institute @ St. Luke's Hospital (1990)

Hospital Affiliations

Texas Health Fort Worth
Texas Health Huguley
Texas Health Specialty Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • 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
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Scott and White Health
  • HMO
  • POS
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • 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

Richard Vigness, MD
1307 Eighth Ave, Ste 601, Fort Worth, TX 76104

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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard M. Vigness

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard M. Vigness?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard M. Vigness by calling their office at 817-926-3320. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Richard M. Vigness a top-rated expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard M. Vigness is classified as an Advanced expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, 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. Richard M. Vigness specialize in?

While Dr. Richard M. Vigness is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), and Carotid Artery Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Richard M. Vigness participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Richard M. Vigness has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. Richard M. Vigness's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Richard M. Vigness accept my insurance?

Dr. Richard M. Vigness accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-926-3320 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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