16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Ashwin Rao is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Rao completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rao?
Dr. Ashwin Rao is a highly-rated, board-certified Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rao empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Joint and Soft Tissue Injections, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Rao is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Rao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UW - Sports Medicine
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Family Medicine | UW - Dept. of Family Medicine
Is Dr. Rao board certified as a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ashwin Rao is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 2008, American Board of Family Medicine since 2006
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rao treat?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rao diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Rao. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Thigh Tendon and Joint Lining Disorder
- Tendon and Synovial Disorder (Other Site)
- Right Ankle and Foot Tendon Disorder
- Right Shoulder Tendon and Synovial Disorder
- Right Upper Arm Tendon and Synovial Disorder
- Left Shoulder Tendon and Synovial Disorder
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Thigh Synovial Problems
- Thigh Tendonitis
- Thigh Connective Tissue Disorder
- Joint Tendon Disorder
- Synovial Inflammation
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Right Ankle Tendonitis
- Right Foot Tendinopathy
- Right Ankle Tendon Injury
- Right Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Right Shoulder Synovitis
- Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
- Right Upper Arm Tendinopathy
- Right Upper Arm Synovitis
- Right Upper Arm Joint Disorder
- Left Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Left Shoulder Synovitis
- Left Shoulder Joint Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67959: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, unspecified thigh
- M6788: Other specified disorders of synovium and tendon, other site
- M67873: Other specified disorders of tendon, right ankle and foot
- M67911: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, right shoulder
- M67921: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, right upper arm
- M67912: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Sciatica (Left Side)
- Sciatica
- Left Sciatic Nerve Pain
- Left Leg Nerve Pain
- Left Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5432: Sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Patellar Tendinitis
- Tendinitis
- Jumper's Knee
- Patellar Tendinopathy
- Knee Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7650: Patellar tendinitis, unspecified knee
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Disorder
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Shoulder Nerve Damage
- Arm Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G540: Brachial plexus disorders
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Rao perform?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rao performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Rao. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Achilles Tendon Release with Local Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Achilles Tendon Cut
- Minimally Invasive Achilles Tenotomy
- Heel Cord Release
CPT Codes:
- 27605: Tenotomy, percutaneous, Achilles tendon (separate procedure); local anesthesia
Also known as:
- Elbow Tendon Release for Tennis or Golfer's Elbow
- Percutaneous Tenotomy Elbow', 'Tennis Elbow Surgery', 'Golfer's Elbow Surgery
- Elbow Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 24357: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); percutaneous
Also known as:
- Shoulder Tendon Release
- Shoulder Tenotomy
- Tendon Lengthening (Shoulder)
- Shoulder Tendon Cutting
- Rotator Cuff Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
- 23405: Tenotomy, shoulder area; single tendon
Also known as:
- Adductor or Hamstring Tendon Release
- Percutaneous Tenotomy
- Hamstring Tendon Release
- Adductor Tendon Release
- Minimally Invasive Tendon Cut
CPT Codes:
- 27306: Tenotomy, percutaneous, adductor or hamstring; single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Hip Adductor Tendon Release
- Percutaneous Hip Tenotomy
- Hip Adductor Tenotomy
- Groin Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
- 27000: Tenotomy, adductor of hip, percutaneous (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
- Finger Joint Injection
- Toe Joint Injection
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Foot or Toe Fasciotomy
- Foot fascia release
- Toe fascia surgery
- Plantar fasciotomy
CPT Codes:
- 28008: Fasciotomy, foot and/or toe
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Rao in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Boeing
Cambia (Regence)
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013097096.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Ashwin Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Seattle, WA. A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care. Contact Dr. Rao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ashwin Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with UW Medical Center - Montlake which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Ashwin Rao accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ashwin Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashwin Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashwin Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ashwin Rao have?
Dr. Ashwin Rao is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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