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KENNETH EUGENE VARGAS MD
NPI 1639249774
Internal Medicine in Nashville, TN

Active since November 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
2400 PATTERSON ST, SUITE 500, NASHVILLE, TN 37203(615) 327-7400 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 27, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Kenneth Eugene Vargas Md NPPES

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

KENNETH EUGENE VARGAS MD (NPI 1639249774) is an individual internal medicine provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD0000028242) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639249774
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameKENNETH EUGENE VARGASCredential: MD
Location Address2400 PATTERSON ST, SUITE 500Nashville, TN 37203-1562
Mailing Address2400 Patterson St, Suite 500Nashville, TN 37203-1562 · (615) 327-7400
Phone(615) 327-7400
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateNovember 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 27, 2008
✔ NPI 1639249774 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TN · MD0000028242
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.
2400 PATTERSON ST, Nashville, TN 37203
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Other Identifiers 6

Medicaid3373619TN
Medicare UPING42529
Medicaid38059561TN
Medicare PIN38059561TN
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified3805956TN · Individual
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified3373619TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.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

Kenneth Eugene 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 ID2163504317
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080128000506
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 7

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 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.
256 services180 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
209 services209 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.
189 services132 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a G0179
This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.
30 services14 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
26 services26 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
23 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440039
Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440082
Location4220 Harding Rd, PO Box 380Nashville, TN 37205 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tristar Centennial Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440161
Location2300 Patterson StreetNashville, TN 37203 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37203 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
95%3,333 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
100%896 patients5/55-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 6

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
16 suppliers40 claims148 services$5.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
6 suppliers17 claims24 services$0.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers13 claims34 services$2.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers24 claims24 services$66.77 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$31.69 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$185.12 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.

DR. TAMMY MICHELLE BAXTER M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
2400 PATTERSON ST, SUITE 215
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Davidson County (615) 342-7345
MR. JOHN E ANDERSON MD
Internal Medicine
2400 PATTERSON ST, SUITE 400
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Davidson County (615) 342-5900
MS. JUDITH MARIE CALDWELL NP
Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
2400 PATTERSON ST, SUITE 400
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Davidson County (615) 342-5900
MR. ROBERT BRUCE WEEKS PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
2400 PATTERSON ST, SUITE 300
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Davidson County (615) 342-6300
THOMAS STEVAN JOHNSTON MD
Internal Medicine (Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
2400 PATTERSON ST, SUITE 502
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Davidson County (615) 515-1900
MRS. MELISSA MOON KENT MSN, RN, ACNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2400 PATTERSON ST, SUITE 100
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Davidson County (615) 342-0038
WILLIAM R SCHOOLEY M.D.
Neurological Surgery
2400 PATTERSON ST, SUITE 319
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Davidson County (615) 986-1256
MERLINDA BERNARDO REYES PT
Physical Therapist
2400 PATTERSON ST, SUITE 100
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Davidson County (615) 342-0038

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 Kenneth Vargas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenneth Vargas is 1639249774. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 8, 2006.

Where is Kenneth Vargas located?

Kenneth Vargas practices at 2400 Patterson St Suite 500, Nashville, TN 37203. The listed phone number is (615) 327-7400.

What is Kenneth Vargas's specialty?

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

Is Kenneth Vargas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kenneth 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 Kenneth Vargas accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Kenneth 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 Kenneth Vargas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kenneth Vargas is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital and Tristar Centennial Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kenneth Vargas was last updated on March 27, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.