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VIVIAN ARGENTO
NPI 1285684720
Internal Medicine in Bridgeport, CT

Active since May 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.41/100
CMS Quality Rating
226 MILL HILL AVE, 3RD FLOOR, BRIDGEPORT, CT 06610(203) 384-3873(203) 384-3829 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 17, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Vivian Argento NPPES

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

VIVIAN ARGENTO (NPI 1285684720) is an individual internal medicine provider in Bridgeport, Connecticut, licensed in Massachusetts (290631) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northeast Hospital Corporation, and maintains a secondary practice location in Burlington.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285684720
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameVIVIAN ARGENTO
Location Address226 MILL HILL AVE, 3RD FLOORBridgeport, CT 06610-2811
Mailing AddressPo Box 5246Bridgeport, CT 06610-0246 · (203) 384-3873 · Fax (203) 384-3829
Phone(203) 384-3873
Fax(203) 384-3829
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateMay 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 17, 2022
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 17, 2022
✔ NPI 1285684720 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MA · 290631✔ Licensed in CT · 044134
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineTaxonomy 207RG0300X · License 044134 (CT)
226 MILL HILL AVE, Bridgeport, CT 06610
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Vivian Schoeppner

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 141 Mall RdBurlington, MA 01805-2811 · Phone (781) 744-8000

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

Vivian Argento 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 ID1951343581
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220302002549
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 4

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.

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
120 services48 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.
79 services56 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
28 services28 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.
17 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Northeast Hospital Corporation

Acute Care Hospitals · Beverly, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220033
Location85 Herrick StreetBeverly, MA 01915 · Essex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06610 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
$138.84 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$106.68 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $26.67 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
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.

91.41/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality76.87
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

KAREN A HUTCHINSON M.D.
Internal Medicine
226 MILL HILL AVE, 3RD FLOOR
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06610
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region (203) 384-3873
ANGELAPIA DEGIROLAMO M.D.
Internal Medicine
226 MILL HILL AVE, 3RD FLOOR
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06610
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region (203) 384-3873
RAJ KUMARI BANSAL MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Addiction Psychiatry)
226 MILL HILL AVE, 3RD FLOOR
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06610
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region (203) 384-3873
JOANNA ZOLKOWSKI-WYNNE M.D.
Pediatrics
226 MILL HILL AVE, 3RD FLOOR
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06610
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region (203) 384-3873
GARY E KLEINMAN M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
226 MILL HILL AVE, 3RD FLOOR
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06610
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region (203) 384-3873
SADIE SNOW
Nurse Practitioner
226 MILL HILL AVE
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06610
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region (203) 384-3233
MS. PATRICIA ANN O'NEILL APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
226 MILL HILL AVE, 3RD FLOOR
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06610
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region (203) 384-3394
ELENI CHRISTINA KAUFMAN
Physical Therapy Assistant
226 MILL HILL AVE
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06610
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region (203) 336-7301

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 Vivian Argento's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vivian Argento is 1285684720. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 12, 2006. The provider is also known as Vivian Schoeppner.

Where is Vivian Argento located?

Vivian Argento practices at 226 Mill Hill Ave 3rd Floor, Bridgeport, CT 06610. The listed phone number is (203) 384-3873.

What is Vivian Argento's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Vivian Argento enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vivian Argento 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 Vivian Argento affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vivian Argento is affiliated with Northeast Hospital Corporation.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vivian Argento was last updated on February 17, 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.