Alvin John Vargas, DO
NPI 1457889370 · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Livonia, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alvin John Vargas, DO is a Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Livonia, MI (NPI 1457889370).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457889370
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 5101025639 (MI)
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
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
485 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 144 | $180 |
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 129 | $5 |
| Assessment of and Care Planning for Patient With Impaired Thought Processing, Typically 60 Minutes99483 | 59 | $273 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 51 | $127 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 28 | $223 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 46 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Donepezil Hcl | 196 | 68 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 181 | 55 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 144 | 45 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 108 | 30 |
| Memantine Hcl | 96 | 36 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 90 | 29 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 85 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$153 across 2 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 5361 Mcauley DrYpsilanti, MI 48197-1011Phone: (734) 712-5189Fax: (734) 222-3106
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-05-23
- Last updated
- 2024-04-11
- Certified
- 2024-04-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alvin John Vargas's NPI number?
- Alvin John Vargas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457889370, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alvin John Vargas's specialty?
- Alvin John Vargas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alvin John Vargas located?
- Alvin John Vargas's practice location on file with NPPES is 19000 St Joes Pkwy Ste 330, Livonia, MI 48152-1477.
- What is Alvin John Vargas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alvin John Vargas is (734) 884-5263.
- Does Alvin John Vargas accept Medicare?
- Alvin John Vargas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alvin John Vargas's NPI active?
- Yes — Alvin John Vargas's NPI (1457889370) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.