Aravinda Rao, M.D.
NPI 1801949342 · Ophthalmology Physician · Houma, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Aravinda Rao, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Houma, LA (NPI 1801949342).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1801949342
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.026058 (LA)
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
19 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
698 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 197 | $38 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 184 | $117 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 52 | $112 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 48 | $73 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 48 | $24 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Retinal Drawing92201 | 47 | $24 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 96 | 26 |
| Latanoprost | 94 | 30 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 55 | 28 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 31 | 30 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 30 | 12 |
| Timolol Maleate | 14 | — |
| Dorzolamide/Timolol/Pfbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$620 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
- 2007-01-19
- Last updated
- 2019-10-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Aravinda Rao's NPI number?
- Aravinda Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801949342, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Aravinda Rao's specialty?
- Aravinda Rao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Aravinda Rao located?
- Aravinda Rao's practice location on file with NPPES is 444a Paddock Ln, Houma, LA 70360-2490.
- What is Aravinda Rao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Aravinda Rao is (985) 333-4090.
- Does Aravinda Rao accept Medicare?
- Aravinda Rao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Aravinda Rao's NPI active?
- Yes — Aravinda Rao's NPI (1801949342) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-10-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.