DR. KAVITHA B. RAO PHD
NPI 1841901063
Psychologist in Baltimore, MD
NPI Status: Active since December 08, 2022
Contact Information
5601 LOCH RAVEN BOULEVARD
SMYTH BUILDING SUITE 404
BALTIMORE, MD
ZIP 21239
Phone: (202) 877-1120
NPPES record last updated: March 18, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 12, 2026.
Record update history: Mar 18, 2025, Dec 8, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).
- Individual
- Female
- Years of Experience 6
- Psychologist
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About KAVITHA RAO
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Kavitha Rao, a provider established in Baltimore, Maryland with a medical specialization in Psychologist and more than 6 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1841901063 assigned on December 2022. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 103T00000X with license number 06864 (MD). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated one year ago.
- NPI
- 1841901063
- Provider Name
- DR. KAVITHA B. RAO PHD
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 5601 LOCH RAVEN BOULEVARD SMYTH BUILDING SUITE 404 BALTIMORE, MD 21239
- Location Phone
- (202) 877-1120
- Mailing Address
- 5601 LOCH RAVEL BOULEVARD SMYTH BUILDING SUITE 404 BALTIMORE, MD 21239
- Mailing Phone
- (202) 877-1120
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 2021
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 12-08-2022
- Last Update Date
- 03-18-2025
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A psychologist like Kavitha Rao studies cognitive, emotional, social processes and behavior by observing, interpreting, and recording how people relate to one another and to their environments. Psychologists gather information and evaluate behavior through controlled laboratory experiments, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy or through personality, performance, aptitude, or intelligence tests, and use this information when testing theories in their research or when treating patients.
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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
Psychologist
- Taxonomy Code
- 103T00000X
- Type
- Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- License No.
- 06864
- License State
- MD
- Taxonomy Description
- A psychologist is an individual who is licensed to practice psychology which is defined as the observation, description, evaluation, interpretation, and modification of human behavior by the application of psychological principles, methods, and procedures, for the purpose of preventing or eliminating symptomatic, maladaptive, or undesired behavior and of enhancing interpersonal relationships, work and life adjustment, personal effectiveness, behavioral health, and mental health. The practice of psychology includes, but is not limited to, psychological testing and the evaluation or assessment of personal characteristics, such as intelligence, personality, abilities, interests, aptitudes, and neuropsychological functioning; counseling, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, and behavior analysis and therapy; diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorder or disability, alcoholism and substance abuse, disorders of habit or conduct, as well as of the psychological aspects of physical illness, accident, injury, or disability; and psycheducational evaluation, therapy, remediation, and consultation. Psychological services may be rendered to individuals, families, groups and the public.
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 | 103TC0700X | Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers | Psychologist | 0810007725 (VA) |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Kavitha Rao is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Kavitha 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 and Durable Medical Equipment (DME).
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
PECOS PAC ID: 9133573223
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20230922002158
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.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): No
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: No
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.
Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test, each additional 30 minutes
Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test, first 30 minutes
Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test, first 30 minutes
Evaluation of neuropsychological test, each additional hour
Evaluation of neuropsychological test, first hour
Evaluation of psychological test, first hour
Exam of neurobehavioral status, each additional hour
Exam of neurobehavioral status, each additional hour
Exam of neurobehavioral status, first hour
Exam of neurobehavioral status, first hour
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation
Psychotherapy, 30 minutes
This procedure involves administering psychological or neuropsychological tests to evaluate your mental functions. Each additional 30 minutes allows for a more in-depth assessment of your cognitive abilities, emotions, and behavior. It's crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
This service was performed 196 times for 32 patientsThis procedure involves a health professional conducting a psychological or neuropsychological test. The first 30 minutes typically involve understanding your mental health or brain function through various assessments. This helps in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders effectively.
This service was performed 43 times for 43 patientsThis procedure involves a health professional conducting a psychological or neuropsychological test. The first 30 minutes typically involve understanding your mental health or brain function through various assessments. This helps in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders effectively.
This service was performed 33 times for 32 patientsThis service involves further evaluation of your neuropsychological test results beyond the initial hour. It helps to understand your cognitive functioning better, focusing on areas like memory, attention, and problem-solving skills.
This service was performed 95 times for 32 patientsAn evaluation of neuropsychological tests is a process to assess your brain's function. It involves tasks designed to measure cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and language skills. The first hour involves initial testing and observation.
This service was performed 32 times for 32 patientsThis procedure involves a professional assessing your mental health using standardized tests. It's the initial hour of a process that helps understand your emotional well-being and cognitive abilities. It's completely non-invasive and confidential.
This service was performed 44 times for 44 patientsThis procedure involves a thorough evaluation of your neurobehavioral status, focusing on brain functions that affect behavior and cognition. It's extended for an additional hour to gather more detailed information about your neurological health.
This service was performed 103 times for 101 patientsThis procedure involves a thorough evaluation of your neurobehavioral status, focusing on brain functions that affect behavior and cognition. It's extended for an additional hour to gather more detailed information about your neurological health.
This service was performed 12 times for 11 patientsAn exam of neurobehavioral status is a medical procedure that evaluates your brain's functions. This includes assessing your cognitive abilities, emotional responses, and behavioral patterns. The first hour of the exam is typically dedicated to this initial evaluation.
This service was performed 120 times for 110 patientsAn exam of neurobehavioral status is a medical procedure that evaluates your brain's functions. This includes assessing your cognitive abilities, emotional responses, and behavioral patterns. The first hour of the exam is typically dedicated to this initial evaluation.
This service was performed 32 times for 32 patientsA psychiatric diagnostic evaluation is a thorough assessment used to identify any mental health conditions you may have. It involves a detailed discussion about your symptoms, thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns. Your medical history and family's mental health history are also considered.
This service was performed 43 times for 43 patientsPsychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 30-minute session, the therapist helps you explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to better understand yourself and manage life's challenges.
This service was performed 18 times for 17 patientsFind Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Kavitha Rao is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEDSTAR GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL | 5601 LOCH RAVEN BOULEVARD BALTIMORE, MD 21239 | (443) 444-3902 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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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 1841901063, 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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BALTIMORE, MD 21239
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1841901063, enumerated as an "individual" on December 08, 2022.
The provider is located at 5601 LOCH RAVEN BOULEVARD SMYTH BUILDING SUITE 404 BALTIMORE, MD 21239 and the phone number is (202) 877-1120.
Psychologist with taxonomy code 103T00000X.
Kavitha Rao is affiliated with: MEDSTAR GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL.
