Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Rachana Palnitkar, M.D.
Infectious Disease Physician (CMS: Infectious Disease) · Los Gatos, CA
- NPI 1508050790
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 62.7 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
14901 National Ave, Suite 202
Los Gatos, CA 950322637
(408) 374-5340
fax (408) 374-8922
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 22, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RI0200X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A111367
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1508050790. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,847
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$270,405
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 1,073 | 357 | $134 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 518 | 476 | $196 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 168 | 119 | $89 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 67 | 44 | $109 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 21 | 19 | $153 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Los Gatos Infectious Disease Physician, average services per provider: 303. This provider delivers 6.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
155
Patients
24
Total drug cost
$27,083
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vancomycin Hcl | Generic | 29 | 0 | $6,457 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 23 | 0 | $886 |
| Daptomycin | Generic | 18 | 0 | $10,513 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 17 | 11 | $431 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 15 | 0 | $566 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $336 |
| Atovaquone-Proguanil Hcl (Atovaquone/Proguanil Hcl) | Brand | 13 | 13 | $1,124 |
| Efavirenz | Generic | 13 | 0 | $5,823 |
| Itraconazole | Generic | 13 | 0 | $945 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rachana Palnitkar's medical specialty?
Dr. Rachana Palnitkar practices Infectious Disease Physician in Los Gatos, CA.
Where does Dr. Rachana Palnitkar practice?
Dr. Rachana Palnitkar practices at 14901 National Ave, Los Gatos, CA 950322637. Office phone: 4083745340.
What is Dr. Rachana Palnitkar's NPI?
Dr. Rachana Palnitkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508050790, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rachana Palnitkar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rachana Palnitkar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rachana Palnitkar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.