Prakash Rau, MD
NPI 1447212238 · Gastroenterology Physician · Braintree, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Prakash Rau, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Braintree, MA (NPI 1447212238).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447212238
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 39034 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,102 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 929 | $97 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 574 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 353 | $138 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 141 | $180 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 49 | $119 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 614 | 184 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 180 | 48 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 167 | 71 |
| Balsalazide Disodium | 101 | 32 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 79 | 17 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 75 | 29 |
| Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropinebrand: Diphenoxylate-Atropine | 66 | 22 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-05
- Last updated
- 2017-03-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Prakash Rau's NPI number?
- Prakash Rau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447212238, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Prakash Rau's specialty?
- Prakash Rau is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Prakash Rau located?
- Prakash Rau's practice location on file with NPPES is 1681 Washington St, Braintree, MA 02184-7948.
- What is Prakash Rau's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Prakash Rau is (781) 848-6040.
- Does Prakash Rau accept Medicare?
- Prakash Rau is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Prakash Rau's NPI active?
- Yes — Prakash Rau's NPI (1447212238) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-03-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.