Aravind Rao, MD
NPI 1316162332 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Little Rock, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Aravind Rao, MD is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Little Rock, AR (NPI 1316162332).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316162332
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E4395 (AR)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
2,856 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 | 298 | $88 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate and Valve Function93325 | 215 | $3 |
| Ultrasound of Heart, Follow-Up93308 | 210 | $23 |
| Ultrasound of Heart Blood Flow, Valves and Chambers, Follow-Up93321 | 202 | $6 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 175 | $71 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 450 | 124 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 370 | 66 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 321 | 95 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 270 | 64 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 232 | 71 |
| Losartan Potassium | 212 | 63 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,512 across 32 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
- 2007-04-16
- Last updated
- 2025-01-29
- Certified
- 2025-01-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Aravind Rao's NPI number?
- Aravind Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316162332, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Aravind Rao's specialty?
- Aravind Rao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Aravind Rao located?
- Aravind Rao's practice location on file with NPPES is 10100 Kanis Rd, Little Rock, AR 72205-6202.
- What is Aravind Rao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Aravind Rao is (501) 255-6000.
- Does Aravind Rao accept Medicare?
- Aravind Rao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Aravind Rao's NPI active?
- Yes — Aravind Rao's NPI (1316162332) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.