Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD is a thoracic surgeon in New York, NY specializing in thoracic surgery and general practice. He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2009 and has 16 years of experience. Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian, Weill Cornell Medicine, WEILL MEDICAL COLLEGE OF CORNELL and Cardiothoracic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical Center.
525 East 68th Street M-404
New York, NY 10065
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.
During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.
The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.
Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.
There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD treated as a thoracic surgeon in New York, NY were dissection, thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, minimally invasive procedures and excision.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD treated were chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and hypertension.
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Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2009. He is certified by the Surgery, Thoracic and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine (2009)
Board Certification: Surgery, Thoracic
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna - NYP, VNSNY CHOICE, CIGNA, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Oxford Health Plans, UnitedHealthcare, GHI, United Healthcare, Health Insurance Plan of NY (HIP), Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield Healthplus, AETNA, Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Group Health Incorporated (GHI), Health Insurance Plan of New York (HIP), EmblemHealth, WellCare, Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare Empire Plan, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, United Healthcare Compass, Affinity Health Plan, United Healthcare, Oxford Health Plans, Medicare, Medicaid, Cigna, Fidelis Care, Healthfirst, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Mediblue (Senior), EPO, EPO/POS, WorldWide Medical, Liberty, HMO, Amida Care, Blue Access, Blue Connection, Rockefeller University - Trustmark, PPO, CBP, Community Plan, Freedom, Metro/Core/Charter and CHP.
According to our sources, Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,167
CALQUENCE $121 |
IMFINZI $116 |
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ARISTA AH FLEXITIP $317 |
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Da Vinci Surgical System $25 |
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Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas works as a general practice and thoracic surgery. Dr. Villena-Vargas (or staff) speaks the following foreign languages: Spanish and Portuguese. Areas of expertise for Dr. Villena-Vargas include thoracic outlet syndrome, surgical repair, and lung cancer surgery. He is professionally affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian. Dr. Villena-Vargas is a graduate of Loma Linda University School of Medicine. He accepts United Healthcare Compass, Health Insurance Plan of New York (HIP), and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers. Distinctions awarded to Dr. Villena-Vargas include: Best Minimally-Invasive Surgeon Resident Award - Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons; NIDDK-NHMA Academic Career Development Workshop - National Institute of Health; and Chair's Award for Excellence in Basic Science Research - Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Villena-Vargas welcomes new patients at his office in as reported by Weill Cornell Medicine.
