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SANJAY SARIKONDA RAO M.D.
NPI 1407994288
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in La Mesa, CA

Active since February 02, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR, LA MESA, CA 91942(619) 740-4800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 1, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 1, 2021, Aug 5, 2019, Sep 11, 2018 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

About Sanjay Sarikonda Rao M.d. NPPES

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

SANJAY SARIKONDA RAO M.D. (NPI 1407994288) is an individual psychiatry provider in La Mesa, California, licensed in California (A92683) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407994288
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameSANJAY SARIKONDA RAOCredential: M.D.
Location Address5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DRLa Mesa, CA 91942-3019
Mailing AddressPo Box 511353Los Angeles, CA 90051-7908 · (866) 284-2771 · Fax (800) 334-1041
Phone(619) 740-4800
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateFebruary 2, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 1, 20216 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 1, 2021
✔ NPI 1407994288 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A92683
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR, La Mesa, CA 91942
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1580 W 5th StReno, NV 89503-4407 · Phone (775) 786-4673 · Fax (775) 348-2889
Location 26940 SIERRA CENTER PKWYRENO, NV 89511-2209 · Phone (775) 393-2200

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

Sanjay Sarikonda 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 ID7719070986
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070904000326
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.

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.
1,438 services175 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.
320 services98 patients
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.
203 services178 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
81 services68 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
37 services12 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
11 services11 patients

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
$184.71 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $46.17 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 Sanjay Rao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sanjay Rao is 1407994288. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 2, 2007.

Where is Sanjay Rao located?

Sanjay Rao practices at 5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942. The listed phone number is (619) 740-4800.

What is Sanjay Rao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Sanjay Rao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sanjay 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sanjay Rao was last updated on March 1, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.