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DR. SHILPA A RAO M.B.B.S.
NPI 1316261779
Anesthesiology in Boston, MA

Active since March 15, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
800 WASHINGTON STREET, DEPT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY,, TUFTS MEDICAL C ENTER., BOSTON, MA 02111(617) 636-9303 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 15, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Shilpa A Rao M.b.b.s. NPPES

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

DR. SHILPA A RAO M.B.B.S. (NPI 1316261779) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (231944) and active in the NPI registry since March 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Metrowest Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316261779
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SHILPA A RAOCredential: M.B.B.S.
Location Address800 WASHINGTON STREET, DEPT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY,, TUFTS MEDICAL C ENTER.Boston, MA 02111
Mailing Address90 Sherman Road, Chestnut HillBoston, MA 02467 · (508) 361-4470
Phone(617) 636-9303
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateMarch 15, 2010
✔ NPI 1316261779 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 231944
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
800 WASHINGTON STREET, DEPT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY,, Boston, MA 02111
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Shilpa A Rao M.b.b.s. 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 ID4688844236
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110909002381
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 6

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
65 services62 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
35 services35 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.
22 services22 patients
Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410
Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.
19 services17 patients
Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Metrowest Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Framingham, MA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220175
Location115 Lincoln StreetFramingham, MA 01701 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 Shilpa Rao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shilpa Rao is 1316261779. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 15, 2010.

Where is Shilpa Rao located?

Shilpa Rao practices at 800 Washington Street, Dept Of Anesthesiology, Tufts Medical C Enter., Boston, MA 02111. The listed phone number is (617) 636-9303.

What is Shilpa Rao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Shilpa Rao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shilpa 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 Shilpa Rao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shilpa Rao is affiliated with Metrowest Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shilpa Rao was last updated on March 15, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 years 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.