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Dr. Vijayakumar Rao, MD

Anesthesiologist

Dayton, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rao, Anesthesiologist in Dayton, OH?

    Dr. Vijayakumar Rao, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Dayton, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rao completed his residency at Northside Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. 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?

    • Residency: Northside Med Ctr, Anesthesiology

    Is Dr. Rao board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Vijayakumar Rao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Rao speak?

    Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rao typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rao typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Dayton, OH?

    Dr. Rao in Dayton, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rao's office located?

    Dr. Vijayakumar Rao's Primary Practice

    1 Wyoming St

    Dayton, OH 45409

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    Dr. Vijayakumar Rao's Practice 2

    9000 N Main St

    Englewood, OH 45415

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    Dr. Vijayakumar Rao's Practice 3

    2222 Philadelphia Dr

    Dayton, OH 45406

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    What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?A 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 1821064221.

    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. Vijayakumar Rao's specialty?

    Dr. Rao is an Anesthesiologist near Dayton, OH.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Vijayakumar Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Kettering Health Dayton, Kettering Health Main Campus 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Vijayakumar Rao accepting new patients in Dayton, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Vijayakumar Rao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vijayakumar 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 Dr. Vijayakumar Rao?

    Please contact Dr. Rao's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rao's office located?

    Dr. Rao's offices are located in Dayton, OH and Englewood, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vijayakumar Rao have?

    Dr. Vijayakumar Rao is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.