Santosh Rao, MD
NPI 1487824199 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Concord, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Santosh Rao, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Concord, NC (NPI 1487824199).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487824199
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2012-01554 (NC)
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,255 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 880 | $66 |
| 3d Radiographic Procedure76376 | 215 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 164 | $122 |
| Exercise Or Drug-Induced Heart Stress Test With Electrocardiogram (ecg) With Review By Physician93018 | 127 | $13 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 122 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 41 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 270 | 83 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 195 | 51 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 190 | 62 |
| Carvedilol | 163 | 54 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 155 | 45 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 134 | 44 |
| Flecainide Acetate | 126 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15,683 across 27 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
Additional practice locations (4)
- 1237 Harding PlSte 3100Charlotte, NC 28204Phone: (704) 373-0212
- 101 E W T Harris BlvdSte 1213Charlotte, NC 28262-3485Phone: (704) 863-1950
- 447 Mcalister RdSte 3200Lincolnton, NC 28092-4114Phone: (980) 212-6300
- 134 Medical Park RdSte 111 - Adult CardiologyMooresville, NC 28117-8526Phone: (704) 801-9100
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-03-10
- Last updated
- 2024-07-16
- Certified
- 2022-04-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Santosh Rao's NPI number?
- Santosh Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487824199, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Santosh Rao's specialty?
- Santosh Rao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Santosh Rao located?
- Santosh Rao's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 Medical Park Dr, Concord, NC 28025-2948.
- What is Santosh Rao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Santosh Rao is (704) 403-6100.
- Does Santosh Rao accept Medicare?
- Santosh Rao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Santosh Rao's NPI active?
- Yes — Santosh Rao's NPI (1487824199) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.