Dr. Herschel D. Vargas
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 33 years
- Graduated from: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1988
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1376507418
Dr. Herschel D. Vargas MD
Colorectal Surgeon
He is located at 1514 Jefferson Highway in New Orleans, LA 70121. Can help patients with the following: Anal Fissure, Boils, Enlarged Spleen, Heart Disease, Hernia, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376507418. Appointment can be made via the phone number (504) 842-4000. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Herschel David Vargas, being an colorectal surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Herschel D. Vargas.
- Achalasia
- Anal Fissure
- Appendicitis
- Boils
- Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyst
- Diverticulosis
- Enlarged Spleen
- Esophageal Cancer
- Gallstones
- Gangrene
- Heart Disease
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Lymphedema
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Ulcerative Colitis
Procedures Performed by Dr. Herschel D. Vargas
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Herschel D. Vargas as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 8 plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Max 70/50 $6700 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | PPO · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max 80/60 $1500 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | PPO · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 50/50 $3300 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | PPO · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Saver 60/40 $6100 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Saver 90/70 $3400 | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
HMO Louisiana
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 26 plans from HMO Louisiana
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Connect 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (L) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (N) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (S) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (H) HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (L) HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (N) HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (S) HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized (L) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized (N) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized (S) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized (H) | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized (L) | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized (N) | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized (S) | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS 60/40 $6500 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 80/60 $1000 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Community Blue 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Community Blue 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Community Blue Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Community Blue Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Community Blue Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Herschel D. Vargas is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Herschel D. Vargas is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Colorectal Surgery (proctology) (also registered under: Practitioner - General Surgery) .
Bills through: Ochsner Clinic Llc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Applied Medical | $3121 |
| Shire North American Group | $191 |
| Intuitive Surgical | $185 |
Other
| Other | $3000 |
| Food and Beverage | $846 |
Studies
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1988Additional Specialities
- Surgeon
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. Herschel David Vargas accept patients with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana?
Yes, Dr. Herschel David Vargas is listed in-network for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Has Dr. Herschel David Vargas affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Herschel David Vargas is affiliated with OCHSNER MEDICAL CENTER NEW ORLEANS.
Does Dr. Herschel David Vargas have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Herschel David Vargas is affiliated with Cardiovascular Institute of Mississippi.
What conditions does Dr. Herschel David Vargas treat?
Dr. Herschel David Vargas provides treatment for Anal Fissure, Boils, Enlarged Spleen, Heart Disease, Hernia, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). For the full list see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Herschel David Vargas?
Dr. Herschel David Vargas's office is located at 1514 Jefferson Highway in New Orleans, LA 70121.