Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Anita Rao, M.D.
Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (CMS: Pain Management) · Pain Medicine Physician · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Chesterton, IN
- NPI 1033176516
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 28 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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601 Gateway Blvd N
Chesterton, IN 463049658
(219) 921-1444
fax (219) 921-5303 - Additional location
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3691 Willowcreek RD
Portage, IN 463685080
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 17, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208VP0014X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Indiana #01070557 · Indiana #01070557A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1033176516. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,871
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$302,852
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q9966 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 2,613 | 340 | $0 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 922 | 468 | $82 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 521 | 339 | $11 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 426 | 76 | $0 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 413 | 282 | $274 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 142 | 89 | $7 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 101 | 75 | $91 | |
62321 |
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance | 95 | 71 | $228 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 87 | 64 | $133 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 80 | 54 | $200 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Chesterton Interventional Pain Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 217. This provider delivers 27× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
449
Patients
142
Total drug cost
$7,659
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 106 | 45 | $1,244 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 96 | 40 | $1,115 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 52 | 16 | $323 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 32 | 12 | $3,265 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 29 | 0 | $540 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 21 | 0 | $80 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 19 | 16 | $13 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 16 | 0 | $70 |
| Nabumetone | Generic | 14 | 0 | $329 |
| Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen (Tramadol Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $64 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Anita Rao's medical specialty?
Dr. Anita Rao practices Interventional Pain Medicine Physician in Chesterton, IN.
Where does Dr. Anita Rao practice?
Dr. Anita Rao practices at 601 Gateway Blvd N, Chesterton, IN 463049658. Office phone: 2199211444.
What is Dr. Anita Rao's NPI?
Dr. Anita Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033176516, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Anita Rao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Anita Rao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Anita Rao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9966); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg (HCPCS J1040). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.