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DR. RACHANA MADHUSUDAN PALNITKAR M.D.
NPI 1508050790
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Los Gatos, CA

Active since August 30, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
71.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
14901 NATIONAL AVE, SUITE 202, LOS GATOS, CA 95032(408) 374-5340(408) 374-8922 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 22, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Rachana Madhusudan Palnitkar M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RACHANA MADHUSUDAN PALNITKAR M.D. (NPI 1508050790) is an individual infectious disease provider in Los Gatos, California, licensed in California (A111367) and active in the NPI registry since August 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508050790
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. RACHANA MADHUSUDAN PALNITKARCredential: M.D.
Location Address14901 NATIONAL AVE, SUITE 202Los Gatos, CA 95032-2637
Mailing Address14901 National Ave, Suite 202Los Gatos, CA 95032-2637 · (408) 374-5340 · Fax (408) 374-8922
Phone(408) 374-5340
Fax(408) 374-8922
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateAugust 30, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 22, 2024
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 22, 2024
✔ NPI 1508050790 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A111367
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
14901 NATIONAL AVE, Los Gatos, CA 95032
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Other Identifiers 1

OtherDL802ACA · Medicare Ptan

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

Dr. Rachana Madhusudan Palnitkar 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 ID1052436185
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100914000135
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 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.
1,018 services327 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.
500 services477 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.
218 services157 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.
88 services54 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.
36 services26 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.
14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95032 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
$156.67 typical visit price
range $70.37 – $206.04
Typical copayment $39.16 (range $17.59 – $51.51)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$121.77 typical visit price
range $23.96 – $169.60
Typical copayment $30.44 (range $5.99 – $42.40)
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.

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.

71.58/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality88.55
Promoting Interoperability22
Improvement Activities40
Cost52.22

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%248 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
100%110 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
87%83 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
88%162 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
66%224 patients5/55-star benchmark: 61%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
2%84 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 85 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 85 patients
0%85 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 11

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

GORDON L LEVIN MEDICAL CORP
Orthopaedic Surgery
14901 NATIONAL AVE, SUITE 101
LOS GATOS, CA 95032
Santa Clara County (408) 356-4774
TREVOR BOSTDORF MPT/MTC
Physical Therapist
14901 NATIONAL AVE, SUITE 102
LOS GATOS, CA 95032
Santa Clara County (408) 358-3631
SUMIT KUMAR MAJUMDER M.D.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
14901 NATIONAL AVE, SUITE 202
LOS GATOS, CA 95032
Santa Clara County (408) 374-5340
DR. GORDON LEONARD LEVIN MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
14901 NATIONAL AVE, # 101
LOS GATOS, CA 95032
Santa Clara County (408) 356-4774
DR. SUSAN WILTURNER MD
Family Medicine
14901 NATIONAL AVE, SUITE #201
LOS GATOS, CA 95032
Santa Clara County (408) 356-0835
TARAL PATEL
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
14901 NATIONAL AVE
LOS GATOS, CA 95032
Santa Clara County (408) 358-3631
MRS. MELANY KAREN BALAY SEDILLA PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
14901 NATIONAL AVE, SUITE 102
LOS GATOS, CA 95032
Santa Clara County (408) 358-3631
OMEGA SPORTS REHABILITATION, INC.
Clinic/Center (Physical Therapy)
14901 NATIONAL AVE, STE 102
LOS GATOS, CA 95032
Santa Clara County (408) 358-3631

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 Rachana Palnitkar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rachana Palnitkar is 1508050790. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 30, 2007.

Where is Rachana Palnitkar located?

Rachana Palnitkar practices at 14901 National Ave Suite 202, Los Gatos, CA 95032. The listed phone number is (408) 374-5340.

What is Rachana Palnitkar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Rachana Palnitkar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rachana Palnitkar 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 Rachana Palnitkar was last updated on February 22, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.