ALFONSO VARGAS, III MD – NPI #1578590832
Pediatrics

A pediatrician who is the principal care provider for sick newborn infants. Clinical expertise is used for direct patient care and for consulting with obstetrical colleagues to plan for the care of mothers who have high-risk pregnancies.

ALFONSO VARGAS, III is a physician located in TAMPA, FL. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1578590832 to ALFONSO VARGAS, III on June 26, 2006. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 2080N0001X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Pediatrics, specializing in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

The NPI profile was previously updated about 3 years ago on Mar 07, 2023. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for ALFONSO VARGAS, III below.

NPI Profile for
ALFONSO VARGAS, III

NPI Number
1578590832
Enumeration Date

(about 20 years ago)
Entity Type
Type-1  Individual (Male)
Legal Name
ALFONSO VARGAS, III
Credentials
MD
Primary location
3030 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
Phone: (813) 872-2924 Fax:
Mailing address
Same as primary location
Sole Proprietor
No
Updated
Identifiers

Identifiers for ALFONSO VARGAS, III

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DescriptionIssuerStateIdentifier
OTHERDEAFLFV2274671
Taxonomy Code(s)

A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.

Taxonomy Classification / Specialization State License
2080N0001X
- Pediatrics / Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (Primary)
FL ME109845

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Additional Information

Medicare Ordering & Referring
Provider can:
  • Refer to Part B
  • Order Durable Medical Equipment
  • Refer to Home Health Agency
  • Order Power Mobility Devices

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