Rajiv Taliwal, M.D.
NPI 1710966031 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rajiv Taliwal, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Cuyahoga Falls, OH (NPI 1710966031).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710966031
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35079777 (OH)
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
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
1,215 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 319 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 279 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 154 | $92 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 101 | $203 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 73 | $10 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Lower Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, 1 Segment63047 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 256 | 119 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 243 | 115 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 112 | 45 |
| Baclofen | 85 | 49 |
| Methylprednisolone | 74 | 71 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 60 | 24 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$22 across 1 record (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
- 2006-01-13
- Last updated
- 2021-06-01
- Certified
- 2021-06-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rajiv Taliwal's NPI number?
- Rajiv Taliwal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710966031, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rajiv Taliwal's specialty?
- Rajiv Taliwal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rajiv Taliwal located?
- Rajiv Taliwal's practice location on file with NPPES is 437 Portage Trl, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221-3227.
- What is Rajiv Taliwal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rajiv Taliwal is (330) 929-9136.
- Does Rajiv Taliwal accept Medicare?
- Rajiv Taliwal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rajiv Taliwal's NPI active?
- Yes — Rajiv Taliwal's NPI (1710966031) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.