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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in State College, PA?
Dr. Ravishankar Rao, MD is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in State College, PA. Dr. Rao graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office.
Where did Dr. Rao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rao typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rao typically perform?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ravishankar Rao may include:
- Certified Medical Examination for Athlete
- Exercise Counseling
- Platelet Rich Plasma Procedure
- Pre-Sports Evaluation
- Pre-Sports Physical
- Shoulder Surgery
- Sports Concussion
- Sports Injury Prevention
Please contact Dr. Rao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 State College, PA?
Dr. Rao in State College, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
Risant Health
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
Dr. Ravishankar Rao's Primary Practice
476 Rolling Ridge Dr Ste 101
State College, PA 16801
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 1154617306.
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. Ravishankar Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near State College, PA.
What does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ravishankar Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Mount Nittany Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ravishankar Rao accepting new patients in State College, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ravishankar Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ravishankar 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 Ravishankar Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Rao
476 Rolling Ridge Dr Ste 101
State College, PA 16801