Daniel Vargo, M.D.
NPI 1043621063 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Amherst, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Daniel Vargo, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Amherst, NY (NPI 1043621063).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043621063
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2019-00101 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
754 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 104 | $41 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 103 | $69 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 100 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 92 | $86 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 78 | $41 |
| X-Ray of Hip, Minimum of 4 Views73503 | 49 | $55 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | 145 | 65 |
| Methylprednisolone | 52 | 52 |
| Diclofenac Potassium | 36 | 24 |
| Cephalexin | 34 | 14 |
| Celecoxib | 30 | 17 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 27 | 13 |
| Gabapentin | 26 | 14 |
| Meloxicam | 17 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$174 across 1 record (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-05-13
- Last updated
- 2020-07-23
- Certified
- 2020-07-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Daniel Vargo's NPI number?
- Daniel Vargo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043621063, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Daniel Vargo's specialty?
- Daniel Vargo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Daniel Vargo located?
- Daniel Vargo's practice location on file with NPPES is 3925 Sheridan Dr, Amherst, NY 14226-1738.
- What is Daniel Vargo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Daniel Vargo is (716) 250-9999.
- Does Daniel Vargo accept Medicare?
- Daniel Vargo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Daniel Vargo's NPI active?
- Yes — Daniel Vargo's NPI (1043621063) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-07-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.