Expertise in
6
conditions
Expertise in
6
conditions
CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York
710 W 168th St, 
New York, NY 

Overview

Wendy Vargas is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York.

Dr. Vargas is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 48 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Specialties

Pediatric Neurology

Licenses

Neurology with Special Qualifications in Neurology in NY

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • 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

Locations

CUIMC/Neurological Institute of New York
710 W 168th St, New York, NY 10032

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. Wendy Vargas

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wendy Vargas?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Wendy Vargas by calling their office at 877-426-5637. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Wendy Vargas a top-rated expert for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wendy Vargas is classified as an Distinguished expert for Multiple Sclerosis (MS), 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. Wendy Vargas specialize in?

While Dr. Wendy Vargas is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Encephalitis, and Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.

Does Dr. Wendy Vargas participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Wendy Vargas has published 48 articles and abstracts on conditions like Multiple Sclerosis (MS). You can view a list of Dr. Wendy Vargas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Wendy Vargas accept my insurance?

Dr. Wendy Vargas accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and EmblemHealth. We recommend calling the office directly at 877-426-5637 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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