EDWIN J RAO MD
NPI 1912909763
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Chattanooga, TN

Q: What is Edwin Rao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Edwin Rao is 1912909763. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 11, 2005.

Q: What is Edwin Rao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Edwin Rao was last updated on February 8, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.

Active since August 11, 2005PECOS Enrolled

979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-735, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403(423) 778-9101(423) 778-9190 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 8, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 8, 2016, Jan 29, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Edwin J Rao Md NPPES

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

EDWIN J RAO MD (NPI 1912909763) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (52906) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912909763

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X

Provider Legal NameEDWIN J RAOCredential: MD

Location Address979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-735Chattanooga, TN 37403

Mailing Address975 E. Third Street, Attn: Provider EnrollmentChattanooga, TN 37403-2147 · (423) 778-5630 · Fax (423) 778-3146

Phone(423) 778-9101

Fax(423) 778-9190

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateAugust 11, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 8, 20162 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1912909763 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0200X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 52906

Definition

An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License 52906 (TN)

979 E. THIRD STREET, Chattanooga, TN 37403

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Other Identifiers 1

Other290007077PA · Railroad Medicare

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Edwin J Rao Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Edwin Rao reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Hamilton Physician Group Inc

25 mi

Cardiovascular Disease

1107 MEMORIAL DR STE 302
Dalton, GA 30720

Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
178 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1235455569 (706) 529-6015

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.

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.

103 services74 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.

85 services61 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

46 services46 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726

This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.

45 services45 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

42 services42 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.

39 services39 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37403 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

$121.80 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.60 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 14

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604