Kosta Arger, M.D.
NPI 1164414215 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Sparks, NV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kosta Arger, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Sparks, NV (NPI 1164414215).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164414215
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G48317 (CA)
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
20 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
2,050 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 965 | $125 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 177 | $21 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 164 | $28 |
| Exercise Or Drug-Induced Heart Stress Test With Electrocardiogram (ecg) With Supervision By Physician93016 | 130 | $20 |
| Exercise Or Drug-Induced Heart Stress Test With Electrocardiogram (ecg) With Review By Physician93018 | 130 | $13 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 73 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 539 | 166 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 382 | 129 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 285 | 86 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 255 | 72 |
| Furosemide | 246 | 81 |
| Carvedilol | 235 | 81 |
| Losartan Potassium | 232 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,959 across 36 records (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
- 2005-08-16
- Last updated
- 2020-10-06
- Certified
- 2020-10-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kosta Arger's NPI number?
- Kosta Arger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164414215, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kosta Arger's specialty?
- Kosta Arger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kosta Arger located?
- Kosta Arger's practice location on file with NPPES is 2385 E Prater Way Ste 302, Sparks, NV 89434-9638.
- What is Kosta Arger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kosta Arger is (775) 356-4514.
- Does Kosta Arger accept Medicare?
- Kosta Arger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kosta Arger's NPI active?
- Yes — Kosta Arger's NPI (1164414215) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.