2026 NPPES data Diagnostic Radiology Physician NPI 1275533275 M.D.
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JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D.

Diagnostic Radiology Physician in NASHVILLE, Tennessee. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
63
Medicare Part D claims · 50 beneficiaries · Diagnostic Radiology Physician avg: 63
Generic prescribing
75%
generic claims · 25% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. filed 63 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Diagnostic Radiology Physician in NASHVILLE, Tennessee, prescribing 75% generic.

63
Part D claims, 2023
75%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

63 0th percentile higher than 0% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). This entry sits in this band. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Above this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 4 hospital affiliations — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/01/2005

NPI 1275533275

Primary specialty

Diagnostic Radiology Physician

Mid-sized

39,474 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

63 0% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 63

Specialty distribution in Tennessee

How Diagnostic Radiology Physician compares to other specialties among Tennessee providers

Tennessee providers

Diagnostic Radiology Physician share within Tennessee

1. Diagnostic Radiology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Diagnostic Radiology Physician share within Tennessee

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Diagnostic Radiology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Diagnostic Radiology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Diagnostic Radiology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Diagnostic Radiology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, NASHVILLE, TN, 37232, with a listed phone of (615) 322-3000. NPI 1275533275 was issued on 08/01/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what MALDONADO VARGAS most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 63 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 50 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $1K in drug spend, split 25% brand-name and 75% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Diagnostic Radiology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 39,474 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 63 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Provider Details

NPI 1275533275
Specialty Diagnostic Radiology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/01/2005

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
★★★★★ 5/5
NASHVILLE, TN
Acute Care Hospitals
CMS CCN: 440039
ONE HUNDRED OAKS IMAGING LLC
SAN JUAN, PR
VANDERBILT IMAGING SERVICES LLC
NASHVILLE, TN
WILLIAMSON IMAGING LLC
FRANKLIN, TN

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. — brand share 25.0%
Specialty average (est.)

25% brand-name claims vs 75% generic, on 63 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

63
Total Claims
$1K
Total Drug Cost
50
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
75
Total Day Supply
848
Brand vs Generic
25% brand / 75% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$681
Generic Drug Cost
$768

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.4 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.43
Gender Split
76% female / 24% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Methylprednisolone
42

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Diagnostic Radiology Physician Overview

How JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. fits within the Diagnostic Radiology Physician landscape nationally.

39,474
Diagnostic Radiology Physician Providers in US
56
States with Diagnostic Radiology Physician
63
Avg Claims per Provider

JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D.'s 63 claims are below the specialty average of 63.

Nearby Diagnostic Radiology Physician Providers in Tennessee

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Tennessee, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as MALDONADO VARGAS.

Compare Diagnostic Radiology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D.'s specialty?
JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. specializes in Diagnostic Radiology Physician and practices in NASHVILLE, Tennessee. Credentials: M.D..
How much does JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. wrote 63 Medicare Part D claims totaling $1K in drug costs for 50 beneficiaries.
Where is JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. located?
JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. is located at 3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, NASHVILLE, TN, 37232. Phone: (615) 322-3000.
What is JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D.'s NPI number?
JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275533275, issued on 08/01/2005.
Does JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D.'s prescribing is 25% brand-name and 75% generic drugs by claim count, with $681 in brand drug costs.
How many Diagnostic Radiology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 39,474 Diagnostic Radiology Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider writes 63 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Methylprednisolone. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. accept Medicare?
JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 63 Part D claims and 50 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D.'s credentials?
JOSE MALDONADO VARGAS, M.D.'s NPI is 1275533275 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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