Cherian Varghese, M.D.
NPI 1689870370 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Appleton, WI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cherian Varghese, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Appleton, WI (NPI 1689870370).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689870370
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 60267-20 (WI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 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
660 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 | 175 | $120 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 89 | $13 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 56 | $11 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 47 | $59 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 39 | $174 |
| Blood Creatinine Level82565 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 497 | 129 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 341 | 96 |
| Furosemide | 335 | 121 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 288 | 107 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 205 | 70 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 198 | 81 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$981 across 26 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
- 2007-06-21
- Last updated
- 2014-09-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cherian Varghese's NPI number?
- Cherian Varghese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689870370, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cherian Varghese's specialty?
- Cherian Varghese is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cherian Varghese located?
- Cherian Varghese's practice location on file with NPPES is 1818 N Meade St, Appleton, WI 54911-3454.
- What is Cherian Varghese's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cherian Varghese is (920) 731-8900.
- Does Cherian Varghese accept Medicare?
- Cherian Varghese is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cherian Varghese's NPI active?
- Yes — Cherian Varghese's NPI (1689870370) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-09-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.