Rao Watson, M.D.
NPI 1386953479 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · St Louis Park, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rao Watson, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in St Louis Park, MN (NPI 1386953479).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1386953479
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 63556-20 (WI)
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 tenure28% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,489 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 855 | $35 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 135 | $26 |
| Cell Examination of Specimen, Selective Cellular Enhancement Technique88112 | 112 | $26 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 90 | $32 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 73 | $75 |
| Microscopic Genetic Analysis of Tumor, Manual88360 | 48 | $38 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 6401 France Ave SEdina, MN 55435-2104Phone: (952) 924-5000
- 600 Highland AveMadison, WI 53792-0001Phone: (608) 263-8443Fax: (608) 262-7174
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-10-07
- Last updated
- 2023-09-19
- Certified
- 2023-09-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rao Watson's NPI number?
- Rao Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386953479, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rao Watson's specialty?
- Rao Watson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rao Watson located?
- Rao Watson's practice location on file with NPPES is 6500 Excelsior Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55426-4702.
- What is Rao Watson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rao Watson is (952) 993-5000.
- Does Rao Watson accept Medicare?
- Rao Watson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rao Watson's NPI active?
- Yes — Rao Watson's NPI (1386953479) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.