JOHN VARGO
NPI 1386943173
Radiology - Radiation Oncology in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since March 20, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
5230 CENTRE AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15232(412) 623-6720 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 23, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 23, 2021, Mar 25, 2021, May 20, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About John Vargo NPPES

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

JOHN VARGO (NPI 1386943173) is an individual radiation oncology provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (PA MD457389) and active in the NPI registry since March 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Mercy, and is a graduate of West Virginia University School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386943173
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0001X
Provider Legal NameJOHN VARGO
Location Address5230 CENTRE AVEPittsburgh, PA 15232-1304
Mailing Address5230 Centre Ave, Radiation Oncology DepartmentPittsburgh, PA 15232-1304
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWest Virginia University School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMarch 20, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 23, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1386943173 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Radiation OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0001X
License Licensed in PA · PA MD457389
Definition
A radiologist who deals with the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers and the study and management of disease, especially malignant tumors.
5230 CENTRE AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

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

John Vargo 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 ID6002106291
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160531001255
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 16

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.

Ct guidance for insertion of radiation therapy fields 77014
CT guidance for insertion of radiation therapy fields involves using a CT scan to accurately map the area of your body where radiation will be applied. This ensures the radiation targets only the necessary area, minimizing impact to healthy tissues.
466 services53 patients
Calculation of radiation therapy dose 77300
Radiation therapy dose calculation is a process to determine the exact amount of radiation needed to treat a specific area in the body. This calculation helps ensure the treatment is effective while minimizing harm to healthy tissues. It's a key part of planning your radiation therapy.
267 services56 patients
Design and construction of complex radiation treatment device 77334
The design and construction of a complex radiation treatment device is a process where a specialized instrument is created. This device targets harmful cells with high-energy rays to destroy or damage them, while minimizing impact on healthy cells. This aids in treating conditions like cancer.
139 services35 patients
Radiation treatment management, 5 treatment sessions 77427
Radiation treatment management involves a series of 5 sessions where targeted radiation is used to destroy or shrink cancer cells in your body. Each session is carefully planned to maximize effectiveness while minimizing harm to healthy tissues. You may experience side effects which will be closely monitored and managed for your comfort.
125 services57 patients
Stereoscopic x-ray guidance for localization of target volume for the delivery of radiation therapy G6002
Stereoscopic x-ray guidance is a technique used in radiation therapy. It involves taking multiple X-ray images from different angles to create a 3D picture of the area to be treated. This helps accurately pinpoint the exact location for radiation delivery, ensuring the therapy is as effective as possible.
122 services12 patients
Complex radiation therapy planning 77263
Complex radiation therapy planning is a process to determine the most effective way to deliver radiation to a specific area in your body. It involves detailed imaging to map your body's structure, allowing for precise targeting of cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue.
72 services70 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Upmc Mercy

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390028
Location1400 Locust StreetPittsburgh, PA 15219 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Upmc Altoona

Acute Care Hospitals · Altoona, PA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390073
Location620 Howard AvenueAltoona, PA 16601 · Blair County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390114
Location300 Halket StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390164
Location200 Lothrop StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15232 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
$166.87 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $41.71 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

77.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.61
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.4

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.

Nurse Practitioner
5230 CENTRE AVE, 613 SCAIFE HALL
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Physical Therapist
5230 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Specialist
5230 CENTRE AVE, SUITE 205
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Specialist
5230 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Pharmacist
5230 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
5230 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5230 CENTRE AVE, 3RD FLOOR
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Physician Assistant
5230 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232

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 John Vargo's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Vargo is 1386943173. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 20, 2011.

Where is John Vargo located?

John Vargo practices at 5230 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. The listed phone number is (412) 623-6720.

What is John Vargo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Radiation Oncology, with taxonomy code 2085R0001X.

Is John Vargo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John 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.

Is John Vargo affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Vargo is affiliated with Upmc Mercy, Upmc Altoona, Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System and Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Vargo was last updated on September 23, 2021. 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.