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NICKI VITHALANI RAO M.D.
NPI 1154717619
Family Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in La Mesa, CA

Active since April 11, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR, LA MESA, CA 91942(619) 740-6000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 28, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 30, 2020, Oct 2, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Nicki Vithalani Rao M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

NICKI VITHALANI RAO M.D. (NPI 1154717619) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in La Mesa, California, licensed in California (151429) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Geisinger-lewistown Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154717619
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207QH0002X
Provider Legal NameNICKI VITHALANI RAOCredential: M.D.
Location Address5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DRLa Mesa, CA 91942-3019
Mailing Address5555 Grossmont Center Dr, Attn Aim/palliative CareSan Diego, CA 91942
Phone(619) 740-6000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateApril 11, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 28, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 28, 2025
✔ NPI 1154717619 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QH0002X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · 151429✔ Licensed in PA · MD467593
Definition
A family medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR, La Mesa, CA 91942
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Nicki Dinesh Vithalani Md

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Nicki Vithalani Rao M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3476834771
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191001001801
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
28 services28 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
28 services26 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
27 services20 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
16 services13 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
16 services11 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lewistown, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390048
Location400 Highland AvenueLewistown, PA 17044 · Mifflin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91942 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$94.87 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

ALHELI BAILY
Registered Nurse
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 740-6000
MISS APRIL JULIA CROMIE PMHNP-BC, APRN, MSN
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR, 5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (858) 296-6182
TEAGAN SHEA COLEMAN
Registered Nurse (Emergency)
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 740-6000
BRENDAN J LEE DO
Emergency Medicine
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 644-4401
PAUL Y ABOU MD
Internal Medicine
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 465-0711
MRS. AMY ELIZABETH VU P.A.-C
Physician Assistant
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 740-6000
CHRISTA ANN LANDOWSKA AREFIEVA MD
Emergency Medicine
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 740-6000
TYLER QUOC NGUYEN
Pharmacist
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 740-6000

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Nicki Rao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicki Rao is 1154717619. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 11, 2015. The provider is also known as Nicki Dinesh Vithalani MD.

Where is Nicki Rao located?

Nicki Rao practices at 5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942. The listed phone number is (619) 740-6000.

What is Nicki Rao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QH0002X.

Is Nicki Rao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicki Rao is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Nicki Rao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicki Rao is affiliated with Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicki Rao was last updated on July 28, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.