ALFRED P VARGAS MD
NPI 1144406687
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Columbus, OH

Active since January 15, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.3/100
CMS Quality Rating
285 E STATE ST BLDG 2852ND, COLUMBUS, OH 43215(614) 788-4699(614) 533-0471 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 25, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 25, 2022, Nov 7, 2019, Apr 12, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Alfred P Vargas Md NPPES

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

ALFRED P VARGAS MD (NPI 1144406687) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Columbus, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35096976) and active in the NPI registry since January 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Ohio State University College Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144406687
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X
Provider Legal NameALFRED P VARGASCredential: MD
Location Address285 E STATE ST BLDG 2852NDColumbus, OH 43215-4354
Mailing Address5450 Frantz Rd Ste 360Dublin, OH 43016-4141 · (614) 544-6382 · Fax (614) 544-6370
Fax(614) 533-0471
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOhio State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJanuary 15, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 25, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1144406687 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0003X
License Licensed in OH · 35096976
Definition
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
285 E STATE ST BLDG 2852ND, Columbus, OH 43215

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0056839OH

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

Alfred P Vargas Md 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 ID6709055031
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110803000231
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 11

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 low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
154 services102 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
124 services82 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.
84 services55 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.
81 services46 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
48 services45 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
42 services35 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Riverside Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbus, OH
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360006
Location3535 Olentangy River RdColumbus, OH 43214 · Franklin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Grant Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbus, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number360017
Location111 South Grant AvenueColumbus, OH 43215 · Franklin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Doctors Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbus, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number360152
Location5100 West Broad StreetColumbus, OH 43228 · Franklin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Grady Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Delaware, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360210
Location561 West Central AvenueDelaware, OH 43015 · Delaware County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 43215 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
$166.65 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $41.66 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

81.3/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.58
Promoting Interoperability98
Improvement Activities40
Cost65.77

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Capecitabine, oral, 500 mg J8521
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers26 claims2,604 services$0.76 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$18.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
2 suppliers15 claims15 services$12.63 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Alfred Vargas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alfred Vargas is 1144406687. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 15, 2008.

Where is Alfred Vargas located?

Alfred Vargas practices at 285 E State St Bldg 2852nd, Columbus, OH 43215. The listed phone number is (614) 788-4699.

What is Alfred Vargas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Alfred Vargas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alfred Vargas 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 Alfred Vargas accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource and MedMutual list Alfred Vargas 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 Alfred Vargas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alfred Vargas is affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital, Grant Medical Center, Doctors Hospital and Grady Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alfred Vargas was last updated on January 25, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years 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.