RICARDO RAO MD
NPI 1427029362
Surgery - Vascular Surgery in Saint Louis, MO

Active since January 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
3023 N BALLAS RD, SUITE 210D, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131(314) 993-9229(314) 993-8398 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 27, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Ricardo Rao Md NPPES

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

RICARDO RAO MD (NPI 1427029362) is an individual vascular surgery provider in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (R3J01) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St Louis, and is a graduate of University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427029362
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0129X
Provider Legal NameRICARDO RAOCredential: MD
Location Address3023 N BALLAS RD, SUITE 210DSaint Louis, MO 63131-2330
Mailing AddressPo Box 790056Saint Louis, MO 63179-0056 · (314) 989-0400
Fax(314) 993-8398
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri, Columbia School Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJanuary 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 27, 2014
NPI 1427029362 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgery · Vascular SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0129X
License Licensed in MO · R3J01
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of surgical disorders of the blood vessels, excluding the intracranial vessels or the heart.
3023 N BALLAS RD, Saint Louis, MO 63131

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINF49974MO
Medicare PIN001013120MO
Medicare PIN001013121MO

Accepted Insurance

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

Ricardo Rao Md 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 ID3173421849
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040602000396
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 12

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.

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
599 services141 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.
269 services131 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less 11045
This procedure involves the removal of skin and tissue, typically due to disease, injury, or abnormal growth. Each session removes an area of 20.0 square cm or less. It's performed by a trained professional and may require multiple sessions for larger areas.
83 services26 patients
Application of skin substitute graft to wound of trunk, arms, or legs, 25.0 sq cm or less of wound 100.0 sq cm or less 15271
This procedure involves applying a skin substitute graft to a wound on the trunk, arms, or legs. The graft, a lab-grown skin, is used to cover a wound area of 25.0 sq cm or less, within a total wound area of 100.0 sq cm or less. It aids in healing and regeneration.
82 services13 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
82 services82 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
55 services50 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Mercy Hospital St Louis

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260020
Location615 New Ballas RoadSaint Louis, MO 63141 · St. Louis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Barnes Jewish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number260032
LocationOne Barnes-Jewish Hospital PlazaSaint Louis, MO 63110 · St. Louis City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Town And Country, MO
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260108
Location3015 N Ballas RdTown And Country, MO 63131 · St. Louis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Creve Coeur, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260162
Location12634 Olive BoulevardCreve Coeur, MO 63141 · St. Louis County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63131 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
$86.32 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $21.58 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.50 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Obstetrics & Gynecology
3023 N BALLAS RD, STE 440D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
Obstetrics & Gynecology
3023 N BALLAS RD, STE 120D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
3023 N BALLAS RD, STE 200D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
Pharmacist
3023 N BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
Obstetrics & Gynecology
3023 N BALLAS RD, STE 440D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
Nurse Practitioner
3023 N BALLAS RD, SUITE 500D RHEUMATOLOGY & INTERNAL MED ASSOC OF WEST CO
ST LOUIS, MO 63131
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
3023 N BALLAS RD, 200D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
3023 N BALLAS RD, SUITE 520 D
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131

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 Ricardo Rao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ricardo Rao is 1427029362. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 30, 2006.

Where is Ricardo Rao located?

Ricardo Rao practices at 3023 N Ballas Rd Suite 210D, Saint Louis, MO 63131. The listed phone number is (314) 993-9229.

What is Ricardo Rao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Vascular Surgery, with taxonomy code 2086S0129X.

Is Ricardo Rao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ricardo 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.

What insurance does Ricardo Rao accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and 3 other insurers list Ricardo Rao as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Ricardo Rao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ricardo Rao is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St Louis, Barnes Jewish Hospital, Missouri Baptist Medical Center and Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ricardo Rao was last updated on June 27, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.