Swati Rao, M.D.
NPI 1790985778 · Nephrology Physician · Charlottesville, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Swati Rao, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Charlottesville, VA (NPI 1790985778).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790985778
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 233860 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
919 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 289 | $113 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 262 | $136 |
| 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 | 246 | $16 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 67 | $165 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 22 | $166 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 323 | 79 |
| Carvedilol | 175 | 45 |
| Losartan Potassium | 104 | 37 |
| Famotidine | 100 | 26 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 97 | 34 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 85 | 25 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 80 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$161 across 4 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 (1)
- 1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908-0816Phone: (434) 924-0211
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-07-19
- Last updated
- 2023-08-10
- Certified
- 2023-08-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Swati Rao's NPI number?
- Swati Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790985778, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Swati Rao's specialty?
- Swati Rao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Swati Rao located?
- Swati Rao's practice location on file with NPPES is 1300 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 4, Charlottesville, VA 22903.
- What is Swati Rao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Swati Rao is (800) 543-8814.
- Does Swati Rao accept Medicare?
- Swati Rao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Swati Rao's NPI active?
- Yes — Swati Rao's NPI (1790985778) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.