Dr. Jill Vargo, MD

Rheumatology*•Female•Age 66

Rheumatology*

Dr. Jill Vargo, MD is a rheumatologist in Asheville, NC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Vargo has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Marshall University in 1984. She is affiliated with medical facilities Mission Hospital and Blue Ridge Regional Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Jill Vargo, MD

Asheville Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center

4 Vanderbilt Park Dr Ste 200 Asheville, NC 28803
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
(828) 258-9533
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

(828) 258-9533

Dr. Vargo is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Vargo specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals

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Dr. Vargo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vargo

3.5
32 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
59%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Patient for 18 years
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Stewart Ruehl – Jul 17, 2024
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Dr. Vargo has been treating me for over 15 years. She was able to diagnosis my RA when on one else could. She is an angel for me, my life has been so much better since I began seeing her. I would recommend her to everyone. She is always cheerful and is truly concerned about my well being.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Tony Fowler – Sep 03, 2019
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Sent here after requesting a different rheumatologist that I had seen before. I would not recommend her to anyone. I waited in the waiting room over an hour, in the exam room 30 minutes while listening to her plan a trip on the phone and talking in the hallway for at least that 30 minutes planning this trip or to office people about her personal life with me sitting there. I finally got up and left but all three visits with her office were terrible. RUDE.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Canton, NC – Feb 28, 2018
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I have been seeing Dr. Vargo for several years for osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. She is well versed in both areas and has helped me considerably. She is willing to listen and plan my treatment with input from me even if I might be wrong. The staff is very courteous and goes out of their way to help.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Asheville, NC – Jul 25, 2017
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Dr. Vargo has treated my Stills Disease / R.A. for over 25 years. She is an excellent Rheumatologist and a fine person. She is direct and to the point with her diagnosis and treatment plan. Her care has enabled me to manage this disease far better than I ever thought possible.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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John Lambert in Warne, NC – Jul 19, 2017
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Dr. Vargo is amazing . She is always concerned about the problems I am having. She has helped me so many times when I am in pain . I am so thankful I found her. She is the best rheumatologist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Asheville, NC – Jul 19, 2017
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Dr. Vargo is amazing , I have seen her for the past few years , she is always concerned about the issues I have. She has resolved my problem many times. I couldn't ask for a better rheumatologist !! I am very happy with treatment I receive from her .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Asheville, NC – Jul 19, 2017
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Saw her twice, lab work was done that showed I had elevated inflammation markers. However, she told me, despite the pain that I was seeing her about and the constant edema, that everything "looked fine" and that I was "just overweight". I've been dealing with chronic synovitis and inflammation since I was 14, it was nothing unusual for me to gain 10 pounds over night, but according to her, I'm just fat and need to lose weight.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Asheville, NC – Jun 03, 2017
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without going into a lot of history, this doctor should have hr license revoked. I was treated like a drug addict looking for narcotics, when I explicitly said I was looking for alternative treatment. I tried to see her again for osteoporosis treatment and she wouldn't even consider seeing me. Don't see this doctor!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Waynesville, NC – Feb 14, 2017
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Dr. Vargo listened to complicated history,did thorough history and examination, explained tentative diagnosis with prognosis, prescribed medications, did x ray and labs on site. She spent time answering questions and developing treatment plan. The only problem is she is so busy that a follow up appt could not be made by front staff and would be handled when cancellations occur...assurances were given that timely follow up would occur.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
RSB in Candler, NC – Jan 07, 2016
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Dr. Jill Vargo, MD is a rheumatologist in Asheville, NC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Vargo has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Marshall University in 1984. She is affiliated...read more

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Marshall University

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Vargo is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Asheville Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center

    Asheville Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center4 Vanderbilt Park Dr Ste 200 Asheville, NC 28803
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Blue Ridge Regional Hospital

      125 Hospital Dr
      Spruce Pine, NC 28777
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Mission Hospital

      509 Biltmore Ave
      Asheville, NC 28801
      Recipient of 69
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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