DR. RICHARD J. VARGO DMD, MBA
NPI 1083082515
Dentist - Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology in Saint Louis, MO

Active since September 15, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.57/100
CMS Quality Rating
1225 S GRAND BLVD, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104(314) 617-2500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 18, 2021, Jul 1, 2020, Jan 21, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Richard J. Vargo Dmd, Mba NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. RICHARD J. VARGO DMD, MBA (NPI 1083082515) is an individual oral and maxillofacial pathology provider in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2018015359) and active in the NPI registry since September 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Saint Louis.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083082515
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy1223P0106X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD J. VARGOCredential: DMD, MBA
Location Address1225 S GRAND BLVDSaint Louis, MO 63104-1016
Mailing Address1500 Park AveSaint Louis, MO 63104-3024 · (412) 608-0320
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateSeptember 15, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 23, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 23, 2026
NPI 1083082515 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyDentist · Oral and Maxillofacial PathologyDental Providers
Taxonomy Code1223P0106X
License Licensed in MO · 2018015359
Definition
The specialty of dentistry and discipline of pathology that deals with the nature, identification, and management of diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial regions. It is a science that investigates the causes, processes, and effects of these diseases. The practice of oral and maxillofacial pathology includes research and diagnosis of diseases using clinical, radiographic, microscopic, biochemical, or other examinations.
Also ListedDentistTaxonomy 122300000X · License 2018015359 (MO)
1225 S GRAND BLVD, Saint Louis, MO 63104

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11500 Park AveSaint Louis, MO 63104-3024 · Phone (314) 685-3578

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid400078066MO

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Richard J. Vargo Dmd, Mba is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8820425705
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200305002851
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
14 services13 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number260105
Location3635 Vista AveSaint Louis, MO 63110 · St. Louis City County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63104 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$86.32 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $21.58 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.50 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

81.57/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality76.09
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.28

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
1225 S GRAND BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Optometrist
1225 S GRAND BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Internal Medicine
1225 S GRAND BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1225 S GRAND BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Hospitalist
1225 S GRAND BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Psychiatry & Neurology (Vascular Neurology)
1225 S GRAND BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
1225 S GRAND BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104
Otolaryngology
1225 S GRAND BLVD, GARDEN LEVEL, DOOR 3
ST LOUIS, MO 63104

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Richard Vargo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Vargo is 1083082515. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 15, 2015.

Where is Richard Vargo located?

Richard Vargo practices at 1225 S Grand Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63104. The listed phone number is (314) 617-2500.

What is Richard Vargo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dentist, specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, with taxonomy code 1223P0106X.

Is Richard Vargo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Vargo is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Richard Vargo accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Insurance Company and 1 other insurer list Richard Vargo as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Richard Vargo affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Vargo is affiliated with Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Vargo was last updated on February 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.