Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Manuel Vargas, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Internal Medicine Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · New Orleans, LA
- NPI 1366838948
- Accepts Medicare
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1542 Tulane Ave # T4M2
New Orleans, LA 701122865
(504) 568-4498 - Mailing address
-
4422 Lake Vista Dr
Metairie, LA 700062106
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 9, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #303026
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1366838948. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
378
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$37,633
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 221 | 177 | $93 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 49 | 43 | $92 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 49 | 42 | $137 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 25 | 19 | $43 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 23 | 23 | $128 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 11 | 11 | $163 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in New Orleans Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 73. This provider delivers 5.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$845
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 5 | $279.78 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 2 | $277.70 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 5 | $113.85 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 1 | $84.47 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $74.99 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $14.46 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,685
Patients
836
Total drug cost
$1,089,326
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 552 | 185 | $38,426 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 431 | 107 | $9,884 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 265 | 101 | $1,893 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 246 | 79 | $2,833 |
| Ibandronate Sodium | Generic | 186 | 56 | $5,026 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 169 | 59 | $2,431 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 151 | 42 | $882 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 147 | 61 | $3,144 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 124 | 40 | $3,275 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | Generic | 84 | 21 | $7,423 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Manuel Vargas's medical specialty?
Dr. Manuel Vargas practices Rheumatology Physician in New Orleans, LA.
Where does Dr. Manuel Vargas practice?
Dr. Manuel Vargas practices at 1542 Tulane Ave # T4M2, New Orleans, LA 701122865. Office phone: 5045684498.
What is Dr. Manuel Vargas's NPI?
Dr. Manuel Vargas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366838948, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Manuel Vargas accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Manuel Vargas accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Manuel Vargas commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.