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

Active since August 11, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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: August 09, 2026.

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

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, is affiliated with Hamilton Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1982).

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
Fax(423) 778-9190
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1982
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

Other Identifiers 1

Other290007077PA · Railroad Medicare

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Edwin J 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 ID8729057963
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230608000583
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.

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

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hamilton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Dalton, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110001
Location1200 Memorial DriveDalton, GA 30720 · Whitfield County
Birthing friendly

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
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers20 claims20 services$38.39 avg. paid by Medicare
Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers12 claims28 services$1.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers17 claims17 services$76.87 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers17 claims39 services$32.76 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers16 claims16 services$19.53 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers25 claims145 services$2.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

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

Surgery
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE C-620
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE C-520
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Internal Medicine
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-620
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE # C-830
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-520
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-830
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE# C-830
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-520
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

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 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.

Where is Edwin Rao located?

Edwin Rao practices at 979 E. Third Street Suite #c-735, Chattanooga, TN 37403. The listed phone number is (423) 778-9101.

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.

Is Edwin Rao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Edwin 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.

Is Edwin Rao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Edwin Rao is affiliated with Hamilton Medical Center.

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.