ALEJANDRO VARGAS
NPI 1255698445
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Chicago, IL

Active since April 12, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1740 W TAYLOR ST, CHICAGO, IL 60612(312) 355-6400 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 26, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Alejandro Vargas NPPES

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

ALEJANDRO VARGAS (NPI 1255698445) is an individual neurology provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036-138187) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Rush Oak Park Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255698445
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameALEJANDRO VARGAS
Location Address1740 W TAYLOR STChicago, IL 60612-7232
Mailing Address479 N Harlem Ave, Apt 1415Oak Park, IL 60301-6421
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateApril 12, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJune 26, 2017
NPI 1255698445 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License Licensed in IL · 036-138187
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
1740 W TAYLOR ST, Chicago, IL 60612

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

Alejandro Vargas 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 ID7517277668
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170712002223
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 5

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.

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.
126 services55 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.
74 services73 patients
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.
48 services40 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
28 services28 patients
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 93880
An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Rush Oak Park Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Oak Park, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140063
Location520 S Maple AveOak Park, IL 60304 · Cook County
Emergency services

Rush University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140119
Location1653 West Congress ParkwayChicago, IL 60612 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franciscan Health Crown Point

Acute Care Hospitals · Crown Point, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number150126
Location12750 Saint Francis DriveCrown Point, IN 46307 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60612 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
$138.86 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$105.70 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $26.42 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Standard hemi (low seat) wheelchair K0002
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$35.72 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$8.42 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Occupational Therapist
1740 W TAYLOR ST, C100
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
1740 W TAYLOR ST, 3F OCC
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Orthopaedic Surgery (Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery)
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Anesthesiology
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Family Medicine
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Ophthalmology
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Emergency Medicine
1740 W TAYLOR ST
CHICAGO, IL 60612

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 Alejandro Vargas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alejandro Vargas is 1255698445. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 12, 2012.

Where is Alejandro Vargas located?

Alejandro Vargas practices at 1740 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612. The listed phone number is (312) 355-6400.

What is Alejandro Vargas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Alejandro Vargas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alejandro 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.

Is Alejandro Vargas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alejandro Vargas is affiliated with Rush Oak Park Hospital, Rush University Medical Center and Franciscan Health Crown Point.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alejandro Vargas was last updated on June 26, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.