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SHRUTI RAO
NPI 1609364710
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Houston, TX

Active since April 24, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
12121 RICHMOND AVE STE 314, HOUSTON, TX 77082(281) 531-8013(281) 929-0276 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 7, 2026, Jun 19, 2025, Jun 5, 2025 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Shruti Rao NPPES

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

SHRUTI RAO (NPI 1609364710) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (W0272) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare West, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609364710
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameSHRUTI RAO
Location Address12121 RICHMOND AVE STE 314Houston, TX 77082-2437
Mailing Address18450 Highway 59 NHumble, TX 77338-4404 · (281) 446-6656 · Fax (281) 446-6657
Phone(281) 531-8013
Fax(281) 929-0276
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSTexas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 24, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 7, 2026
✔ NPI 1609364710 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · W0272
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
12121 RICHMOND AVE STE 314, Houston, TX 77082
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 11910 John Ralston Rd Ste 200Houston, TX 77013-5531 · Phone (281) 502-2606
Location 215200 Southwest Fwy Ste 270Sugar Land, TX 77478-3863 · Phone (281) 661-2447 · Fax (281) 676-5626
Location 318450 Highway 59 NHumble, TX 77338-4404 · Phone (281) 446-6656 · Fax (281) 446-6657

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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

Shruti Rao 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 ID4385179399
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250814001134
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Shruti Rao reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Centerwell Senior Primary Care (tx) PA
0.6 mi
Internal Medicine
11978 WESTHEIMER RD STE B
Houston, TX 77077
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 157 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1669054961 (346) 275-6750

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 8

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
91 services57 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
58 services55 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.
32 services32 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.
30 services24 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
28 services28 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.
24 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hca Houston Healthcare West

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450644
Location12141 Richmond AveHouston, TX 77082 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77082 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
$134.06 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

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 Shruti Rao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shruti Rao is 1609364710. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 24, 2018.

Where is Shruti Rao located?

Shruti Rao practices at 12121 Richmond Ave Ste 314, Houston, TX 77082. The listed phone number is (281) 531-8013.

What is Shruti Rao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Shruti Rao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shruti 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Shruti Rao's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Shruti Rao reassigns Medicare benefits to Centerwell Senior Primary Care (tx) PA (Houston, TX). The 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 Shruti Rao's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Shruti Rao accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Shruti 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 Shruti Rao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shruti Rao is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare West.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shruti Rao was last updated on July 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.