Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kavita Rao, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1780919985
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 91.2 / 100 · 2023
- 18 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2507A Shakespeare St
Houston, TX 770301011
(713) 560-9640
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 5, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #P6894 · Texas #BP10034609
- Medicaid
- TX #325837801 (MDACC)
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780919985. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,619
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$268,214
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 920 | 695 | $104 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 570 | 432 | $104 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 263 | 223 | $27 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 245 | 211 | $27 | |
66821 |
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | 157 | 121 | $349 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 84 | 71 | $23 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 72 | 72 | $143 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 69 | 69 | $143 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 58 | 52 | $23 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 48 | 44 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 85 peers in Houston Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 248. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$73
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 1 | $29.11 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $22.86 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $20.62 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
902
Patients
398
Total drug cost
$395,546
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 218 | 71 | $228,731 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 181 | 154 | $6,420 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 138 | 35 | $2,799 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 84 | 27 | $95,845 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 77 | 61 | $1,155 |
| Cyclosporine | Generic | 70 | 28 | $45,284 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 20 | 11 | $871 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 20 | 11 | $309 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 19 | 0 | $3,996 |
| Olopatadine Hcl | Generic | 18 | 0 | $425 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kavita Rao's medical specialty?
Dr. Kavita Rao practices Ophthalmology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Kavita Rao practice?
Dr. Kavita Rao practices at 2507A Shakespeare St, Houston, TX 770301011. Office phone: 7135609640.
What is Dr. Kavita Rao's NPI?
Dr. Kavita Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780919985, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kavita Rao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kavita Rao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kavita Rao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.