Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Frank Vargo, D.P.M.
Foot Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies · Strongsville, OH
- NPI 1659373496
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
18181 Pearl RD, Suite B-200
Strongsville, OH 441366949
(440) 816-4999
fax (440) 816-5973
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 31, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213ES0131X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Ohio #36-00-2252-V
- Medicaid
- OH #0615623
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659373496. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
839
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$47,333
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 420 | 172 | $42 | |
11056 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths | 108 | 50 | $77 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 87 | 60 | $86 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 70 | 70 | $107 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 68 | 61 | $32 | |
11055 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth | 47 | 22 | $66 | |
11720 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails | 27 | 22 | $31 | |
73610 |
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views | 12 | 11 | $35 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Strongsville Foot Surgery Podiatrist, average services per provider: 106. This provider delivers 7.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$49
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treace Medical Concepts, INC. | 1 | $28.52 | |
| Paratek Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $20.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
136
Patients
97
Total drug cost
$3,159
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ciclopirox (Ciclopirox Olamine) | Brand | 83 | 52 | $2,707 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 31 | 26 | $243 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 22 | 19 | $210 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Frank Vargo's medical specialty?
Dr. Frank Vargo practices Foot Surgery Podiatrist in Strongsville, OH.
Where does Dr. Frank Vargo practice?
Dr. Frank Vargo practices at 18181 Pearl RD, Strongsville, OH 441366949. Office phone: 4408164999.
What is Dr. Frank Vargo's NPI?
Dr. Frank Vargo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659373496, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Frank Vargo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Frank Vargo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Frank Vargo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721); Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths (HCPCS 11056); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.