Rafael J. Tamargo, MD
Neurosurgery
5 of 5 stars
88 Ratings, 42 Reviews31 Insurances Accepted
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Locations
- Johns Hopkins Neurosurgery
- 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-955-6406
- fax: 410-955-6402
Expertise
Education
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency, Neurological Surgery, 1991Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Neurological Surgery, 1988Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency, Neurological Surgery, 1987Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
Medical Education, Medicine, MD, 1984Board Certifications
Neurological Surgery
American Board of Neurological Surgery, 1995Insurance
- Aetna
- Amerigroup District of Columbia
- AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- Evernorth Behavioral Health
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- JAI Medical Systems
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- Kaiser Permanente
- KeyCare
- Maryland Physicians Care
- Medicaid Maryland
- Medicare Maryland
- MedStar Family Choice District of Columbia
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Provider Partners Advantage HMO SNP Medicare Advantage
- South Central Preferred (SCP)
- Superior Vision
- TRICARE (Humana Military East)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
- Wellpoint (Amerigroup MD)
Reviews
5 of 5 stars
88 Ratings, 42 ReviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2024
He was very concerned and showed compassion about my health issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2024
Dr. Tamargo is caring, professional, and really looks out for his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2024
Dr. Tamargo is an excellent Doctor. He is an expert in his field and truly cares about his clients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2024
Excellent, very informative and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2024
Dr Tamargo is fabulous!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2024
Very attentive and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2024
Excellent provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2024
Dr Tamargo provided outstanding service. He answered all my questions and did a superb job in explaining the results of my recent MRI. What a wonderful visit. It was a joy having a conversation with Dr. Tamargo.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2024
Very receptive. Showed interest, respect and concern for problem. Discussed concerns and issues with clarity.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2024
Outstanding expertise; highly personable; great manner and efficiency. Way above and beyond delighted with our visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2024
Excellent experience with his office
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2024
I greatly appreciate that Dr Tamargo has been my doctor for the past ten years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2024
I see Dr T every year and it is always a pleasure to visit JH!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/4/2024
Dr Tamargo is compassionate and so very knowledgeable. I am thankful every day that I had access to his treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/4/2024
Dr. Tomargo delivered me really assuring news, helped me understand my condition better and took time to make me feel cared for. It was really sweet that he walks his patients out and begins appointments on time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2023
Dr. Tamargo was awesome! He understands my concerns for what's going on and out me at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2023
I feel very privileged to have seen Dr Tamargo who was highly recommended by my ENT and has great expertise
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2023
Excellence in every way
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2023
Felt that he was very knowledgeable and made you feel at ese
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2023
Dr Tamargo is and always very professional and informative. He has a great bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2023
Dr. Tamargo is a superb neurosurgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2023
Dr Tamargo is the best for brain aneurysms. I am so glad he was my choice for this surgery vs MedStar Georgetown.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2023
Dr Tamargo is professional pleasant and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2023
Dr. Tamargo is a fantastic physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2023
Kind, friendly, thorough, wonderful doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2023
Kind, caring, informative and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2023
Very skilled doctor that has plans for complicated cases
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2023
I was very impressed by the doctor! He explained my symptoms in a kind, thorough way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2023
He was very nice and personable. Extremely knowledgeable about my diagnosis and treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2023
I was treated very well by all that I had contact with that day.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2023
Dr. Tamargo is the best. He is very caring, thorough, kind and compassionate. He is en incredible surgeon and doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2023
Dr Tamargo is not only a great professional. He also is a great person .Kind , supportive and provided a second to none service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2023
Dr.Tamargo is amazing and blessed to have him! He listens and very informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2023
Dr Tamargo is the very best doctor I have ever visited and my experiences with him over the last eight years have been extraordinary
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2023
Very satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2023
Dr. Tamargo is exalted among his fellows.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2023
Dr Tamargo is the best neurosurgeon ever. His team is phenomenal. I came from NM just to have him as my surgeon. I loved all the care and expertise of all involved.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2023
I'm so blessed to hav doctor Tamargo I feel totally safe with him and that I'm in the best hands
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2023
Dr Tamargo took time to look up all reports and explained the findings to me, that I understood what he was saying.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2023
Dr Tamargo is the best! I felt very confident about his ability to treat me. He made me feel at ease prior to my surgery, and he explained everything clearly and helped me prepare well for my treatment and recovery. I would recommend him to anyone seeking treatment for an AVM.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2023
There is no one like Dr. Tamargo. He greets me with the kindness and concern. He is enthusiastic about my well-being. He is personable. He assures me that in the future should I have any questions, I am to contact him immediately.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2023
Highly regarded Neurosurgeon. His skills, experience and knowledge are well known.