Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Maheswar Rao, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1306812326
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.9 / 100 · 2023
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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9103 Jefferson Hwy
Baton Rouge, LA 708092440
(225) 927-1190
fax (225) 706-0160
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 7, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #10694R
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1306812326. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
833
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$64,592
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99439 |
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 330 | 45 | $44 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 190 | 46 | $59 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 66 | 66 | $82 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 37 | 23 | $115 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 30 | 30 | $70 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 28 | 27 | $110 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 26 | 26 | $242 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 26 | 26 | $127 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 18 | 18 | $175 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 16 | 16 | $106 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 17 peers in Baton Rouge Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 128. This provider delivers 6.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$182
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $59.57 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 3 | $46.44 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $30.62 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $28.32 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $17.31 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,037
Patients
414
Total drug cost
$135,168
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 413 | 153 | $5,518 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 123 | 48 | $97,324 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 114 | 49 | $1,691 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 64 | 21 | $485 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 58 | 22 | $566 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 49 | 49 | $3,742 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 30 | 0 | $8,378 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 29 | 29 | $4,817 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 27 | 12 | $503 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 27 | 0 | $4,295 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Maheswar Rao's medical specialty?
Dr. Maheswar Rao practices Gastroenterology Physician in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Maheswar Rao practice?
Dr. Maheswar Rao practices at 9103 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 708092440. Office phone: 2259271190.
What is Dr. Maheswar Rao's NPI?
Dr. Maheswar Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306812326, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Maheswar Rao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Maheswar Rao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Maheswar Rao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month (HCPCS 99439); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.