Dr. Raju Rao

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 39+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Raju Rao, MD, is a Hematology/Oncology specialist in Venice, Florida. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1985, having over 39 years of diverse experience, especially in Hematology/Oncology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Citrus Memorial Hospital, Oak Hill Hospital, Bayfront Health Brooksville. Dr. Raju Rao also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Florida Cancer Specialists P L. Dr. Raju Rao accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (941) 484-3531 to request Dr. Raju Rao the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 901 Tamiami S Trl
Venice, FL 34285-3668

Phone 1: (941) 484-3531


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Raju Rao
Gender Male
PECOS ID 4880654672
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Hematology/Oncology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 39 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Raju Rao graduated from medical school in 1985.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1053315648
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, June 10, 2005
  • NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Raju Rao

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Raju Rao has been primarily specialized in Medical Oncology for over 39 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Medical Oncology
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    Medical Oncology
    An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
  • Internal Medicine / Hematology
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    Hematology
    An internist with additional training who specializes in diseases of the blood, spleen and lymph. This specialist treats conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia and lymphoma.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Florida Cancer Specialists P L


Practice Locations

901 Tamiami S Trl
Venice, FL 34285-3668
Phone: (941) 484-3531
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, June 30, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Tuesday, February 9, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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