Arnold Vardiman, MD
NPI 1346241817 · Neurological Surgery Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Arnold Vardiman, MD is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1346241817).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346241817
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H9010 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1,833 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 471 | $86 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 176 | $106 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 159 | $243 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 130 | $159 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 103 | $200 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methocarbamol | 65 | 42 |
| Gabapentin | 58 | 25 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 47 | 34 |
| Levetiracetam | 27 | — |
| Pregabalin | 21 | 13 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 20 | 14 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$86,153 across 52 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
- 2005-08-09
- Last updated
- 2009-11-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arnold Vardiman's NPI number?
- Arnold Vardiman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346241817, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Arnold Vardiman's specialty?
- Arnold Vardiman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Arnold Vardiman located?
- Arnold Vardiman's practice location on file with NPPES is 4410 Medical Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229-6306.
- What is Arnold Vardiman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Arnold Vardiman is (210) 614-2453.
- Does Arnold Vardiman accept Medicare?
- Arnold Vardiman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Arnold Vardiman's NPI active?
- Yes — Arnold Vardiman's NPI (1346241817) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-11-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.