Veena Rao, MD
NPI 1134410186 · Ophthalmology Physician · Matthews, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Veena Rao, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Matthews, NC (NPI 1134410186).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134410186
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2015-00408 (NC)
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
15 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
2,960 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 | 945 | $123 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 367 | $60 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 325 | $33 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 294 | $121 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 239 | $42 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 197 | $467 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,528 | 352 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 496 | 145 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 457 | 121 |
| Timolol Maleate | 256 | 84 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 195 | 49 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 192 | 138 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 149 | 42 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$123 across 8 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
- 2011-04-26
- Last updated
- 2021-04-27
- Certified
- 2021-04-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Veena Rao's NPI number?
- Veena Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134410186, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Veena Rao's specialty?
- Veena Rao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Veena Rao located?
- Veena Rao's practice location on file with NPPES is 724 Aubrey Bell Dr, Matthews, NC 28105-5055.
- What is Veena Rao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Veena Rao is (704) 295-3550.
- Does Veena Rao accept Medicare?
- Veena Rao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Veena Rao's NPI active?
- Yes — Veena Rao's NPI (1134410186) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-04-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.