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DR. RITA KARANA KATHAWA M.D.
NPI 1427584812
Internal Medicine - Obesity Medicine in Sterling Heights, MI

Active since May 04, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
41400 DEQUINDRE RD STE 121, STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48314(586) 843-3815(586) 843-3920 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 29, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 9, 2020, Jun 4, 2020, Jul 25, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Rita Karana Kathawa M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RITA KARANA KATHAWA M.D. (NPI 1427584812) is an individual obesity medicine provider in Sterling Heights, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301119232) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak, and maintains a secondary practice location in Warren.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427584812
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RB0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. RITA KARANA KATHAWACredential: M.D.
Location Address41400 DEQUINDRE RD STE 121Sterling Heights, MI 48314-3751
Mailing Address41400 Dequindre Rd Ste 121Sterling Heights, MI 48314-3751 · (586) 843-3815 · Fax (586) 843-3920
Phone(586) 843-3815
Fax(586) 843-3920
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Human MedicineGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateMay 4, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJune 29, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 29, 2022
✔ NPI 1427584812 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Obesity MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RB0002X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301119232
Definition
An internal medicine physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 4301119232 (MI)
41400 DEQUINDRE RD STE 121, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 111800 E 12 Mile RdWarren, MI 48093 · Phone (586) 573-5000

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Rita Karana Kathawa 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 ID7012331226
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200721003143
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Rita Kathawa reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Michigan Primary Care PLLC
Same address
Specialist
41400 DEQUINDRE RD STE 121
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1669799128 (586) 843-3815
Michigan Healthcare Institute PLLC
Same address
Obesity Medicine
41400 DEQUINDRE RD STE 105
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
NPI 1649161795 (862) 877-3305

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.

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.
132 services48 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.
77 services28 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.
45 services19 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.
35 services13 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
26 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.
24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak

Acute Care Hospitals · Royal Oak, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230130
Location3601 W Thirteen Mile RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073 · Oakland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ascension Macomb Oakland Hosp-Warren Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Warren, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230195
Location11800 East Twelve Mile RoadWarren, MI 48093 · Macomb County
Emergency services

Beaumont Hospital, Troy

Acute Care Hospitals · Troy, MI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230269
Location44201 Dequindre RoadTroy, MI 48085 · Oakland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$63.51 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

AGNES WROBEL PSYCHIATRY PLLC
Psychiatry & Neurology (Addiction Psychiatry)
41400 DEQUINDRE RD STE 121
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48314
Macomb County (586) 843-3815
MICHIGAN DIAGNOSTIC GROUP PLC
Specialist
41400 DEQUINDRE RD STE 121
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48314
Macomb County (586) 843-3815
MICHIGAN PRIMARY CARE PLLC
Specialist
41400 DEQUINDRE RD STE 121
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48314
Macomb County (586) 843-3815
DR. ZBIGNIEW PURZYCKI M.D.
Internal Medicine
41400 DEQUINDRE RD STE 121
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48314
Macomb County (586) 843-3815

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 Rita Kathawa's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rita Kathawa is 1427584812. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 4, 2017.

Where is Rita Kathawa located?

Rita Kathawa practices at 41400 Dequindre Rd Ste 121, Sterling Heights, MI 48314. The listed phone number is (586) 843-3815.

What is Rita Kathawa's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Obesity Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RB0002X.

Is Rita Kathawa enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rita Kathawa 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Rita Kathawa's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Rita Kathawa reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Michigan Primary Care PLLC (Sterling Heights, MI) and Michigan Healthcare Institute PLLC (Sterling Heights, MI). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Rita Kathawa's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Rita Kathawa accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and 2 other insurers list Rita Kathawa 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 Rita Kathawa affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rita Kathawa is affiliated with Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak, Ascension Macomb Oakland Hosp-Warren Campus and Beaumont Hospital, Troy.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rita Kathawa was last updated on June 29, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.