Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vishnuvardhan Rao, D.O.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Valparaiso, IN
- NPI 1679557656
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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814 Laporte Ave
Valparaiso, IN 463835860
(219) 263-4700 - Additional location
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10855 Virginia St
Crown Point, IN 463070210
(888) 824-0200 - Additional location
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85 E US Highway 6
Valparaiso, IN 463838947
(219) 983-8300
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 12, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Indiana #02002800A · Illinois #03611016
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679557656. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
757
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$114,241
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 402 | 381 | $167 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 195 | 189 | $115 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 107 | 105 | $202 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 40 | 39 | $67 | |
99282 |
Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making | 13 | 13 | $40 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Valparaiso Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 109. This provider delivers 6.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
262
Patients
261
Total drug cost
$1,826
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 31 | 31 | $262 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 25 | 24 | $249 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 23 | 23 | $77 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 22 | 22 | $36 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 19 | 19 | $155 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 18 | 18 | $96 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 18 | 18 | $30 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 17 | 17 | $488 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 17 | 17 | $129 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 16 | 16 | $116 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vishnuvardhan Rao's medical specialty?
Dr. Vishnuvardhan Rao practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Valparaiso, IN.
Where does Dr. Vishnuvardhan Rao practice?
Dr. Vishnuvardhan Rao practices at 814 Laporte Ave, Valparaiso, IN 463835860. Office phone: 2192634700.
What is Dr. Vishnuvardhan Rao's NPI?
Dr. Vishnuvardhan Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679557656, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vishnuvardhan Rao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vishnuvardhan Rao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vishnuvardhan Rao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.