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CHITHARANJAN V RAO MD
NPI 1659306835
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Pompton Plains, NJ

Active since July 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
242 W PARKWAY, POMPTON PLAINS, NJ 07444(862) 248-8165 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 6, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Chitharanjan V Rao Md NPPES

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

CHITHARANJAN V RAO MD (NPI 1659306835) is an individual neurology provider in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD429094) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Morristown Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Lawrenceville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659306835
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameCHITHARANJAN V RAOCredential: MD
Location Address242 W PARKWAYPompton Plains, NJ 07444-1029
Mailing AddressPo Box 416457Boston, MA 02241-6457 · (844) 362-1735
Phone(862) 248-8165
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateJuly 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 6, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJuly 6, 2023
✔ NPI 1659306835 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD429094
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
242 W PARKWAY, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13131 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville Neurology Center, P.A.Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 · Phone (609) 896-1701 · Fax (609) 896-3735

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.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

Chitharanjan V 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 ID8123021367
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100217000009
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 Chitharanjan Rao reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Practice Associates Medical Group
16 mi
Internal Medicine
100 MADISON AVENUE, INTEROFFICE #68
Morristown, NJ 07960
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 1,699 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1427016385 (844) 264-2250
Lawrenceville Neurology Center, P.A.
53 mi
Specialist
3120 PRINCETON PIKE FL 2
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1245255744 (609) 896-1701

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.
170 services111 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.
71 services71 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and drowsy 95816
Measurement of brain wave activity, also known as an EEG, is a non-invasive test that records electrical patterns in your brain. This procedure is done when you're awake and drowsy to understand how your brain functions during different states of consciousness.
70 services70 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study 95886
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.
66 services35 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
66 services50 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
53 services53 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Morristown Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Morristown, NJ
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310015
Location100 Madison AveMorristown, NJ 07960 · Morris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Chilton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Pompton Plains, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310017
Location97 West ParkwayPompton Plains, NJ 07444 · Morris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Newton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Newton, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310028
Location175 High StNewton, NJ 07860 · Sussex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Overlook Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Summit, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310051
Location99 Beauvoir AvenueSummit, NJ 07901 · Union County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hackettstown Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hackettstown, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310115
Location651 Willow Grove StHackettstown, NJ 07840 · Warren County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07444 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
$144.86 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $36.21 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
76%498 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Dementia: Functional Status Assessment
Percentage of patients with dementia for whom an assessment of functional status* was performed at least once in the last 12 months
96%175 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes Screening for Patients with DSP
Percentage of patients age 18 years and older with a diagnosis of distal symmetric polyneuropathy who had screening tests for diabetes (eg fasting blood sugar test, a hemoglobin A1C, or a 2 hour Glucose Tolerance Test) reviewed, requested or ordered when seen…
3%75 patients
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%1,911 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Epilepsy: Counseling for Women of Childbearing Potential with Epilepsy
All female patients of childbearing potential (12 - 44 years old) diagnosed with epilepsy who were counseled or referred for counseling for how epilepsy and its treatment may affect contraception OR pregnancy at least once a year
50%20 patients
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
100%1,397 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Exercise and Appropriate Physical Activity Counseling for Patients with MS
Percentage of patients with MS who are counseled* on the benefits of exercise and appropriate physical activity for patients with MS in the past 12 months.
100%24 patients
Falls: Plan of Care
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older with a history of falls that had a plan of care for falls documented within 12 months
78%269 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Risk Assessment
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older with a history of falls that had a risk assessment for falls completed within 12 months
74%268 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
67%498 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
MEDICATION PRESCRIBED FOR ACUTE MIGRAINE ATTACK
Percentage of patients age 12 years and older with a diagnosis of migraine who were prescribed a guideline recommended medication for acute migraine attacks within the 12 month measurement period.
46%287 patients3/55-star benchmark: 90%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
84%2,436 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
41%1,312 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
90%1,312 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Screening for Psychiatric or Behavioral Health Disorders
Percent of all visits for patients with a diagnosis of epilepsy where the patient was screened for psychiatric or behavioral disorders.
87%202 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
6%1,312 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
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 20

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

DR. TRACY L SENTOWSKI DPT
Physical Therapist
242 W PARKWAY
POMPTON PLAINS, NJ 07444
Morris County (973) 831-0717
STEFAN ADRIAN GILLEN DO
Psychiatry & Neurology (Epilepsy)
242 W PARKWAY
POMPTON PLAINS, NJ 07444
Morris County (862) 248-8100
DANIELLE TRIPODI PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
242 W PARKWAY
POMPTON PLAINS, NJ 07444
Morris County (973) 831-0717
MRS. LINDSAY JOY LINDQUIST PT, DPT
Clinic/Center (Physical Therapy)
242 W PARKWAY
POMPTON PLAINS, NJ 07444
Morris County (773) 472-2731
MR. ERNEST JOHN POMROY III MSPT
Physical Therapist
242 W PARKWAY
POMPTON PLAINS, NJ 07444
Morris County (973) 831-0717
GAUTAMI KONDAMODI RAO M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
242 W PARKWAY
POMPTON PLAINS, NJ 07444
Morris County (908) 522-2829
MICHAEL PETELICKI PT
Physical Therapist
242 W PARKWAY, SUITE 1
POMPTON PLAINS, NJ 07444
Morris County (973) 831-0717
DR. SARAH KHAN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
242 W PARKWAY
POMPTON PLAINS, NJ 07444
Morris County (862) 248-8165

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 Chitharanjan Rao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chitharanjan Rao is 1659306835. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 12, 2006.

Where is Chitharanjan Rao located?

Chitharanjan Rao practices at 242 W Parkway, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444. The listed phone number is (862) 248-8165.

What is Chitharanjan Rao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Chitharanjan Rao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chitharanjan 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 organizations bill Medicare for Chitharanjan Rao's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Chitharanjan Rao reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Practice Associates Medical Group (Morristown, NJ) and Lawrenceville Neurology Center, P.A. (Lawrenceville, NJ). 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 Chitharanjan Rao's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Chitharanjan Rao accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Ambetter Health of Delaware list Chitharanjan 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 Chitharanjan Rao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chitharanjan Rao is affiliated with Morristown Medical Center, Chilton Medical Center, Newton Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center and Hackettstown Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chitharanjan Rao was last updated on July 6, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.