Prashanth Rau, M.D.
NPI 1336501311 · Gastroenterology Physician · Worcester, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Prashanth Rau, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Worcester, MA (NPI 1336501311).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336501311
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 292150 (MA)
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
10 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
528 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Review By Radiologist of Image From Tube Placement Into Bile Duct Using an Endoscope74328 | 72 | $23 |
| Removal of Stone Or Debris From Bile Or Pancreatic Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope43264 | 62 | $71 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 52 | $84 |
| Insertion of Stent Into Pancreatic Or Bile Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope43274 | 49 | $392 |
| Review By Radiologist of Bile And/Or Pancreatic Duct Image During Surgery74300 | 46 | $13 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the Monito |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 85 | 27 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 81 | 75 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 55 | 53 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 36 | 33 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 13 | — |
| Sucralfate | 12 | — |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$433 across 5 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
- 2016-03-28
- Last updated
- 2022-06-06
- Certified
- 2022-06-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Prashanth Rau's NPI number?
- Prashanth Rau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336501311, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Prashanth Rau's specialty?
- Prashanth Rau is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Prashanth Rau located?
- Prashanth Rau's practice location on file with NPPES is 119 Belmont St, Worcester, MA 01605-2903.
- What is Prashanth Rau's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Prashanth Rau is (508) 334-2846.
- Does Prashanth Rau accept Medicare?
- Prashanth Rau is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Prashanth Rau's NPI active?
- Yes — Prashanth Rau's NPI (1336501311) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.