ARNOLD BRADLEY VARDIMAN MD
NPI 1346241817
Neurological Surgery in San Antonio, TX
Active since August 09, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
4410 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 610, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229(210) 614-2453(210) 614-4457 Get Directions Write a Review
About Arnold Bradley Vardiman Md NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
ARNOLD BRADLEY VARDIMAN MD (NPI 1346241817) is an individual neurological surgery provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (H9010) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Peterson Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (1989).
NPPES Registry Identity
NPI1346241817
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207T00000X
Provider Legal NameARNOLD BRADLEY VARDIMANCredential: MD
Location Address4410 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 610San Antonio, TX 78229-6306
Mailing Address4410 Medical Dr, Suite 610San Antonio, TX 78229-6306 · (210) 614-2453 · Fax (210) 614-4457
Phone(210) 614-2453
Fax(210) 614-4457
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateAugust 9, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 12, 2009
✔ NPI 1346241817 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.
Specialties & Licenses
★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207T00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · H9010
Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
4410 MEDICAL DR, San Antonio, TX 78229
Other Identifiers 3
Medicaid110589203TX
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified00K501
Medicare UPINF03488
Accepted Insurance
The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›
Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS
Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.
Medicare Enrollment Status
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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment
Arnold Bradley Vardiman 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 ID7214120930
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101026000434
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 20
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.
471 services369 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
176 services176 patients
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion 22853
Spine fusion is a procedure to join two or more vertebrae. During this process, a cage or mesh device is inserted into the spine bone and disc space. This helps to stabilize the spine, reduce pain, and improve functionality. The device acts as a bridge for new bone to grow on.
159 services85 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
130 services130 patients
Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment 63048
This procedure involves the partial removal of a bone in your spine to alleviate pressure on your spinal cord or nerves. It may be performed on multiple spine segments depending on your condition. The aim is to improve mobility and reduce pain or discomfort.
103 services45 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.
103 services95 patients
Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5
Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.
Peterson Regional Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · Kerrville, TXOwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450007
Location551 Hill Country DriveKerrville, TX 78028 · Kerr County
Emergency services Birthing friendly
Connally Memorial Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · Floresville, TXOwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450108
Location499 10th StreetFloresville, TX 78114 · Wilson County
Emergency services
Hill Country Memorial Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · Fredericksburg, TXOwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450604
Location1020 South State Highway 16Fredericksburg, TX 78624 · Gillespie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly
Medina Regional Hospital
Critical Access Hospitals · Hondo, TXOwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number451330
Location3100 Avenue EHondo, TX 78861 · Medina County
Emergency services
Methodist Hospital Stone Oak
Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TXOwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number670055
Location1139 E Sonterra Blvd,San Antonio, TX 78258 · Bexar County
Emergency services Birthing friendly
Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area
Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78229 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.
75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scoredReported Quality Measures
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
Percentage of patients with referrals, regardless of age, for which the referring provider receives a report from the provider to whom the patient was referred
69%424 patients3/55-star benchmark: 95%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%3,501 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%636 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
99%196 patients5/55-star benchmark: 96%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
97%1,429 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
73%2,246 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
59%1,098 patients3/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
79%2,181 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
53%802 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 99% · 587 patients
Patients tobacco: 99% · 515 patients
96%72 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
93%2,246 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
2%2,246 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 8% · 1,098 patients
6%1,098 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.
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.
Osteogenesis stimulator, electrical, non-invasive, spinal applications E0748
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers29 claims29 services$3,750.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Cervical, flexible, non-adjustable, prefabricated, off-the-shelf (foam collar) L0120
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$20.69 avg. paid by Medicare
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal control, with rigid anterior and posterior panels, posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to t-9 vertebra, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L0648
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF007N
2 suppliers49 claims49 services$524.47 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.
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Critical Care Medicine)
4410 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 440
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
4410 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 440
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Pediatrics (Pediatric Hematology-Oncology)
4410 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 550
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
4410 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 440
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
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 Arnold Vardiman's NPI number?
The NPI number for Arnold Vardiman is 1346241817. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 9, 2005.
Where is Arnold Vardiman located?
Arnold Vardiman practices at 4410 Medical Dr Suite 610, San Antonio, TX 78229. The listed phone number is (210) 614-2453.
What is Arnold Vardiman's specialty?
The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.
Is Arnold Vardiman enrolled in Medicare?
Yes. Arnold Vardiman 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 Arnold Vardiman accept?
Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare and Oscar Insurance Company list Arnold Vardiman 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 Arnold Vardiman affiliated with any hospitals?
According to CMS data, Arnold Vardiman is affiliated with Peterson Regional Medical Center, Connally Memorial Medical Center, Hill Country Memorial Hospital, Medina Regional Hospital and Methodist Hospital Stone Oak.
When was this NPI record last updated?
The NPPES record for Arnold Vardiman was last updated on November 12, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.
