Lauren Vargo, PA-C
Physician Assistant
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Lauren Vargo
Lauren Vargo, PA-C is a healthcare provider practicing in Columbia, SC.
Specialty Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
21
Years Experience
2
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Physician AssistantCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine
Class of 2005
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 1092 | Dermatology | |
| South Carolina | 1092 | Physician Assistant | — |
Public Data Summary for Lauren Vargo
With 20 years of practice, Lauren Vargo is an established physician assistant provider, PA-C, after earning their medical degree at University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine in 2005. Lauren currently practices across 2 facilities, including Carolina Physical Therapy And Sports Medicine Limited Partnership in Columbia, South Carolina. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689625808, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Lauren Vargo as a moderate-volume physician assistant provider, treating approximately 1K Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 7K services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates balanced experience across typical Medicare conditions.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Lauren Vargo received $3K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$3K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Physician Assistant Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 29204
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Lauren Vargo
What does Lauren Vargo specialize in?
Lauren Vargo specializes in Physician Assistant. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Physician Assistant.
Where does Lauren Vargo practice?
Lauren Vargo practices at Carolina Physical Therapy And Sports Medicine Limited Partnership in Columbia, South Carolina. Lauren is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Lauren Vargo accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Lauren Vargo accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 1K Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Lauren Vargo's NPI number?
Lauren Vargo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689625808. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Lauren Vargo been practicing?
Lauren Vargo has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine in 2005.