Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ricardo Rao, MD
Vascular Surgery Physician (CMS: Vascular Surgery) · Saint Louis, MO
- NPI 1427029362
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3023 N Ballas RD, Suite 210D
Saint Louis, MO 631312330
(314) 993-9229
fax (314) 993-8398 - Mailing address
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Po Box 790056
Saint Louis, MO 631790056
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 27, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2086S0129X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #R3J01
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1427029362. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
932
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$54,733
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 351 | 117 | $58 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 114 | 73 | $64 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 69 | 50 | $87 | |
93970 |
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | 59 | 59 | $32 | |
93971 |
Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | 54 | 54 | $21 | |
93880 |
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | 47 | 47 | $37 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 39 | 39 | $130 | |
11045 |
Removal of skin and tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less | 36 | 16 | $25 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 36 | 24 | $55 | |
93922 |
Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries | 27 | 27 | $12 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in Saint Louis Vascular Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 59. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$390
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silk Road Medical, INC. | 1 | $217.92 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 3 | $71.97 | |
| Hydrofera LLC | 2 | $59.60 | |
| Acera Surgical, INC. | 1 | $20.81 | |
| ConvaTec INC. | 1 | $19.57 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
233
Patients
67
Total drug cost
$6,972
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 89 | 23 | $1,528 |
| Cilostazol | Generic | 42 | 15 | $1,148 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 36 | 13 | $399 |
| Pentoxifylline | Generic | 30 | 0 | $3,287 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 23 | 16 | $435 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $175 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ricardo Rao's medical specialty?
Dr. Ricardo Rao practices Vascular Surgery Physician in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Ricardo Rao practice?
Dr. Ricardo Rao practices at 3023 N Ballas RD, Saint Louis, MO 631312330. Office phone: 3149939229.
What is Dr. Ricardo Rao's NPI?
Dr. Ricardo Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427029362, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ricardo Rao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ricardo Rao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ricardo Rao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 11042); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.