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Dr. Nicki Rao, M.D.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · La Mesa, CA
- NPI 1154717619
- 11 yrs on file
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 919423019
(619) 740-6000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 28, 2025
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207QH0002X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #151429 · Pennsylvania #MD467593
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1154717619. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
206
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$25,407
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 41 | 40 | $123 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 41 | 31 | $115 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 39 | 39 | $167 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 39 | 29 | $76 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 18 | 16 | $48 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 15 | 15 | $172 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 13 | 13 | $210 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 29. This provider delivers 7.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$248
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $247.52 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
158
Patients
26
Total drug cost
$10,928
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 39 | 14 | $528 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $209 |
| Oxycontin (Oxycodone Hcl) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $9,152 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 16 | 12 | $165 |
| Morphine Sulfate Er (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $204 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 13 | 0 | $126 |
| Morphine Sulfate | Generic | 13 | 0 | $206 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 12 | 0 | $199 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $141 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nicki Rao's medical specialty?
Dr. Nicki Rao practices Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician in La Mesa, CA.
Where does Dr. Nicki Rao practice?
Dr. Nicki Rao practices at 5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 919423019. Office phone: 6197406000.
What is Dr. Nicki Rao's NPI?
Dr. Nicki Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154717619, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Nicki Rao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.