Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Rao Watson, M.D.
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine Physician · St Louis Park, MN
- NPI 1386953479
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.9 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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6500 Excelsior Blvd
St Louis Park, MN 554264702
(952) 993-5000 - Additional location
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600 Highland Ave
Madison, WI 537920001
(608) 263-8443
fax (608) 262-7174 - Additional location
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6401 France Ave S
Edina, MN 554352104
(952) 924-5000 - Mailing address
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8170 33Rd Ave S # MS 21110Q
Bloomington, MN 554254516
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 19, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Minnesota #63272 · Wisconsin #63556-20
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386953479. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,193
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$43,709
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 649 | 376 | $36 | |
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 152 | 74 | $36 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 141 | 36 | $26 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 77 | 71 | $33 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 56 | 49 | $78 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 47 | 44 | $11 | |
88112 |
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique | 30 | 29 | $27 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 16 | 15 | $34 | |
88309 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, high complexity | 13 | 13 | $140 | |
88173 |
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report | 12 | 11 | $68 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 119. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rao Watson's medical specialty?
Dr. Rao Watson practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in St Louis Park, MN.
Where does Dr. Rao Watson practice?
Dr. Rao Watson practices at 6500 Excelsior Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 554264702. Office phone: 9529935000.
What is Dr. Rao Watson's NPI?
Dr. Rao Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386953479, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rao Watson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rao Watson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rao Watson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.