Soumya Rao, M.D.
NPI 1033388616 · Rheumatology Physician · Poway, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Soumya Rao, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Poway, CA (NPI 1033388616).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033388616
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A99911 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
910 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 568 | $137 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 108 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 54 | $97 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 46 | $177 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 43 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 376 | 116 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 232 | 72 |
| Gabapentin | 121 | 41 |
| Ibandronate Sodium | 113 | 39 |
| Prednisone | 89 | 42 |
| Folic Acid | 88 | 33 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 78 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,258 across 179 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-02-27
- Last updated
- 2022-03-10
- Certified
- 2022-03-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Soumya Rao's NPI number?
- Soumya Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033388616, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Soumya Rao's specialty?
- Soumya Rao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Soumya Rao located?
- Soumya Rao's practice location on file with NPPES is 15611 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA 92064-2437.
- What is Soumya Rao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Soumya Rao is (858) 675-3150.
- Does Soumya Rao accept Medicare?
- Soumya Rao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Soumya Rao's NPI active?
- Yes — Soumya Rao's NPI (1033388616) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.