David Vargas, MD
NPI 1881750305 · Gastroenterology Physician · Lakeland, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Vargas, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Lakeland, FL (NPI 1881750305).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881750305
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- ME64211 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
395 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 105 | $108 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99221 | 95 | $82 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual Not Meeting Criteria for High RiskG0121 | 34 | $174 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 30 | $118 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 29 | $153 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 352 | 146 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 98 | 32 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 69 | 24 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 49 | 47 |
| Sucralfate | 47 | 20 |
| Omeprazole | 42 | 14 |
| Mesalamine | 40 | 11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-12-29
- Last updated
- 2017-03-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Vargas's NPI number?
- David Vargas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881750305, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Vargas's specialty?
- David Vargas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Vargas located?
- David Vargas's practice location on file with NPPES is 130 Pablo St, Lakeland, FL 33803-3818.
- What is David Vargas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Vargas is (863) 284-5030.
- Does David Vargas accept Medicare?
- David Vargas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Vargas's NPI active?
- Yes — David Vargas's NPI (1881750305) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-03-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.