DR. SANDHYA D RAO MD
NPI 1801876073
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Boston, MA
NPI Status: Active since January 22, 2006
Contact Information
801 MASSACHUSETTS AVE
CROSSTOWN 2
BOSTON, MA
ZIP 02118
Phone: (617) 414-4376
Fax: (617) 414-4676
- Individual
- Female
- Internal Medicine
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
- Accepts Insurance
- PECOS Enrolled
About SANDHYA RAO
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Sandhya Rao, an internist established in Boston, Massachusetts with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in hospice and palliative medicine . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1801876073 assigned on January 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RH0002X with license number 227705 (MA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 13 years ago.
- NPI
- 1801876073
- Provider Name
- DR. SANDHYA D RAO MD
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 801 MASSACHUSETTS AVE CROSSTOWN 2 BOSTON, MA 02118
- Location Phone
- (617) 414-4376
- Location Fax
- (617) 414-4676
- Mailing Address
- 850 HARRISON AVE YACC BN-C7 BOSTON, MA 02118
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 01-22-2006
- Last Update Date
- 01-01-2014
- Code Navigator
An internist like Sandhya Rao is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.
Location Map
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Internal Medicine Hospice and Palliative Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 207RH0002X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 227705
- License State
- MA
- Taxonomy Description
- An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207R00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Internal Medicine | 227705 (MA) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 6000/20%/8000 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 7000/50%/8000 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 7500/30%/10000 Value - HMO
- Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 8500/50%/9200 - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 1000/20%/7500 - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/0%/6500 RxD - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/10%/4600 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/10%/7500 - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/20%/4600 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 3000/0%/7500 RxD - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 500/30%/9000 - HMO
- Anthem Platinum Access Blue New England HMO 250/10%/3500 - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 2500/30%/10000 Value - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3000/30%/9000 Value - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3500/20%/10000 - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3500/20%/7250 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/0%/9000 - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/0%/9000 RxD - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/10%/7250 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/20%/8500 - HMO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110042236A | MEDICAID (05) | MA | |
| A4047301 | MEDICARE PIN (08) |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Sandhya Rao is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes
Extended inpatient or observation hospital service, first hour
Extended patient service without direct patient contact, each additional 30 minutes
Extended patient service without direct patient contact, first hour
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
This service was performed 12 times for 11 patientsThis service involves staying in the hospital for a longer period for close monitoring or treatment. During the first hour, medical staff observe your health status, administer necessary treatments, and ensure your comfort and safety. It's part of ensuring optimal care.
This service was performed 15 times for 13 patientsThis service involves healthcare professionals providing additional care, such as reviewing your medical records or consulting with other healthcare providers about your condition, without directly interacting with you. It's for every extra 30 minutes spent on these tasks.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsExtended patient service without direct contact refers to a healthcare service where professionals spend time reviewing your health records, consulting with other providers, or planning your care without you being present, for the first hour.
This service was performed 13 times for 11 patientsInitial 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.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1801876073, we treat the final digit (3) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 57. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 57 = 3).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 57 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1801876073, enumerated as an "individual" on January 22, 2006.
The provider is located at 801 MASSACHUSETTS AVE CROSSTOWN 2 BOSTON, MA 02118 and the phone number is (617) 414-4376.
Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RH0002X and a focus in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Medicare and. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
