Santosh Rao, M.D.
NPI 1710959739 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Gilbert, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Santosh Rao, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Gilbert, AZ (NPI 1710959739).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710959739
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.095491 (OH)
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
20 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
642 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy Procedure Using Manual Technique, Each 15 Minutes97140 | 261 | $22 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 163 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 72 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 68 | $120 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 49 | $212 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Abiraterone Acetate | 67 | — |
| Relugolixbrand: Orgovyx | 50 | — |
| Enzalutamidebrand: Xtandi | 42 | 11 |
| Prednisone | 35 | 15 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 18 | — |
| Apalutamidebrand: Erleada | 15 | — |
| Cabozantinib S-Malatebrand: Cabometyx | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,102 across 19 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
- 2006-02-03
- Last updated
- 2025-06-19
- Certified
- 2025-06-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Santosh Rao's NPI number?
- Santosh Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710959739, 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 Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Santosh Rao located?
- Santosh Rao's practice location on file with NPPES is 2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Suite 450, Gilbert, AZ 85234.
- What is Santosh Rao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Santosh Rao is (480) 264-3676.
- 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 (1710959739) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.