Durga Rao, M.D.
NPI 1770554370 · Nephrology Physician · Methuen, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Durga Rao, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Methuen, MA (NPI 1770554370).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770554370
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 206923 (MA)
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
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
1,427 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 359 | $350 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 286 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 172 | $129 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 131 | $69 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 125 | $77 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 51 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 212 | 67 |
| Losartan Potassium | 111 | 31 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 106 | 33 |
| Parenteral Amino Acid 20% No.1brand: Prosol | 95 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 74 | 18 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 69 | 16 |
| Furosemide | 66 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-31
- Last updated
- 2008-09-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Durga Rao's NPI number?
- Durga Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770554370, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Durga Rao's specialty?
- Durga Rao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Durga Rao located?
- Durga Rao's practice location on file with NPPES is 411 Merrimack St, Methuen, MA 01844-5821.
- What is Durga Rao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Durga Rao is (978) 689-2500.
- Does Durga Rao accept Medicare?
- Durga Rao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Durga Rao's NPI active?
- Yes — Durga Rao's NPI (1770554370) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-09-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.