Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Frank Arko, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Surgery Physician · Blythe, CA
- NPI 1194705962
- Accepts Medicare
- 67 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
205 N 1St St Ste C
Blythe, CA 922251777
(760) 921-2342
fax (760) 921-2756 - Mailing address
-
Po Box 246
Blythe, CA 922260246
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 3, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1959 — 67 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #G7156 · California #C39227
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1194705962. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
171
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$20,709
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 60 | 37 | $90 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 25 | 24 | $122 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 18 | 17 | $126 | |
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 16 | 16 | $178 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 15 | 15 | $106 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 13 | 13 | $183 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 12 | 12 | $95 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 12 | 12 | $172 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Blythe Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 21. This provider delivers 8.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$442
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 5 | $276.64 | |
| Penumbra, INC. | 1 | $146.50 | |
| Atricure, INC. | 1 | $18.64 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
13
Patients
13
Total drug cost
$251
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 13 | 13 | $251 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Frank Arko's medical specialty?
Dr. Frank Arko practices Surgery Physician in Blythe, CA.
Where does Dr. Frank Arko practice?
Dr. Frank Arko practices at 205 N 1St St Ste C, Blythe, CA 922251777. Office phone: 7609212342.
What is Dr. Frank Arko's NPI?
Dr. Frank Arko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194705962, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Frank Arko accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Frank Arko accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Frank Arko commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.