Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Dinesh Rao, MD
Urology Physician · Ocala, FL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Mixed engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Rao
Dr. Dinesh Rao is an urology physician in Ocala, FL, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Rao performed 28,400 Medicare services across 7,625 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Rao received a total of $17,131 from 46 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 166 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in urology physician. The majority of payments are classified as financial or ownership interests (royalties, licensing fees, or investment interests). Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Rao is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 4% volume in FL
$17,131 industry payments
Florida License Status
FL DOH · MQA1
Active license
None
Board action on record
0
Recent admin complaints
| Profession | License # | Status | Expires | Board Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Doctor | 88019 | Clear | January 31, 2027 | — |
Data from Florida Department of Health Medical Quality Assurance.
License records are public under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes.
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Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗28,400
Medicare services
Top 4% in FL for urology physician
7,625
Unique beneficiaries
$17
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~1,495 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Injection, degarelix, 1 mg | 8,160 | $3 | $8 |
| Contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) A contrast agent containing 300-399 mg/ml of iodine used to enhance imaging studies. It is administered per milliliter to improve the visibility of internal structures. |
3,960 | $0 | $1 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
3,577 | $2 | $5 |
| BCG treatment for bladder cancer | 2,950 | $2 | $5 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
2,474 | $64 | $227 |
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
2,099 | $8 | $26 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,442 | $6 | $6 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
837 | $95 | $320 |
| Gadolinium MRI contrast injection Administration of a gadolinium-based contrast agent to enhance magnetic resonance imaging. The dose is measured per milliliter of the agent injected. |
646 | $1 | $3 |
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
514 | $48 | $159 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures. |
435 | $21 | $60 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
295 | $113 | $422 |
| Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 150 | $135 | $336 |
| Subcutaneous or intramuscular chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering anti-cancer hormonal medication through an injection into the tissue under the skin or into a muscle. |
120 | $25 | $81 |
| Bladder instillation of anti-cancer drug A procedure where an anti-cancer medication is introduced directly into the bladder. This method delivers the treatment locally to the bladder tissue. |
101 | $69 | $219 |
| MRI of pelvis with and without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the pelvic area performed both before and after the administration of a contrast dye to enhance image detail. |
62 | $135 | $382 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
57 | $11 | $35 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
53 | $17 | $57 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis using contrast dye before and after administration to visualize internal structures. |
52 | $200 | $526 |
| Simple insertion of temporary bladder tube A procedure to place a temporary tube into the bladder. This allows for the drainage of urine from the bladder. |
47 | $44 | $156 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
39 | $24 | $65 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the abdominal and pelvic organs. The procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye. |
38 | $82 | $213 |
| Prostate gland biopsy A procedure to remove small samples of tissue from the prostate gland for laboratory examination. |
33 | $100 | $612 |
| Ureteral stent insertion via cystoscopy A tube is placed into the ureter using an endoscope inserted through the bladder. |
31 | $230 | $773 |
| Bladder biopsy using endoscope A procedure to remove a small tissue sample from the bladder using a thin, flexible tube with a camera. The sample is then examined to check for abnormalities. |
29 | $65 | $818 |
| Ureteral stone crushing with stent insertion An endoscope is used to break up a stone in the ureter, followed by the placement of a stent to keep the ureter open. |
29 | $363 | $1,061 |
| MRI of pelvis, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the pelvic area performed without the use of contrast dye. |
25 | $90 | $250 |
| Ureteral stent insertion via endoscope A flexible tube is inserted into the ureter using an endoscope to keep the passage open and allow urine to flow from the kidney to the bladder. |
24 | $123 | $657 |
| Endoscopic removal of foreign body, stone, or stent from urethra or bladder A procedure to remove a foreign object, stone, or stent from the urethra or bladder using an endoscope. The endoscope is a thin tube with a camera inserted into the urinary tract to locate and extract the item. |
23 | $254 | $809 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
20 | $64 | $179 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
18 | $183 | $610 |
| Electrocardiogram (EKG), 12-lead A standard heart rhythm test using at least 12 leads to record electrical activity. A healthcare provider interprets the results and provides a written report. |
18 | $12 | $36 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
16 | $106 | $341 |
| Endoscopic removal of bladder or urethra growth, 2.0-5.0 cm This procedure uses an endoscope to destroy or remove a growth from the bladder or urethra that measures between 2.0 and 5.0 centimeters. |
14 | $220 | $735 |
| Laser vaporization of prostate A procedure that uses a laser to remove excess prostate tissue through an endoscope. The process includes controlling any bleeding that occurs during the treatment. |
12 | $538 | $2,550 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
0.4% high complexity
53.9% medium
45.7% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$17,131
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,447/year across 7 years
Top 13% in FL for urology physician
46
Companies
166
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Financial / Ownership
Ownership or investment interests, royalties, and licensing fees
$13,500 (78.8%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$3,078 (18.0%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$553 (3.2%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$325
2023
$517
2022
$473
2021
$3,798
2020
$4,147
2019
$3,498
2018
$4,374
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Laser Specialty Medical, LLC
$13,500
PFIZER INC.
$540
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$492
Axonics, Inc.
$325
Coloplast Corp
$325
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$173
Foundation Medicine, Inc.
$140
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$120
UroGen Pharma, Inc.
$119
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$91
Integra LifeSciences Corporation
$89
Teleflex LLC
$86
180 Medical, Inc.
$79
Boston Scientific Corporation
$76
Allergan, Inc.
$70
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$70
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$67
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$64
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$58
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$49
COLOPLAST CORP
$37
MEDIVATION FIELD SOLUTIONS LLC
$37
UROVANT SCIENCES INC
$35
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$34
Avadel Specialty Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$32
Allergan Inc.
$31
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$30
Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc.
$27
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$27
Baxter Healthcare
$27
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$26
C. R. Bard, Inc. & Subsidiaries
$25
Photocure Inc
$22
Telix Pharmaceuticals
$21
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$21
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$20
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$19
AbbVie, Inc.
$19
Ambu Inc.
$17
Ethicon US, LLC
$16
Medtronic, Inc.
$15
NeoTract Inc.
$13
Metuchen Pharmaceuticals
$13
DENTSPLY IH Inc.
$12
Cook Medical LLC
$11
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 84.8% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ADSTILADRIN · AFINITOR · ALTIS · AMS · AMS 800 Artificial Urinary Sphincter · AVEED · AXIS · Androgel · Axonics · Axonics r-SNM System · Axumin · BIOFIX · BOTOX · BOTOX THERAPEUTIC · CONTINENCE CARE · CYSVIEW · Cook Medical Holmium Laser Fiber · DURASPHERE · ELIGARD · ERLEADA · Enseal X1 5mm · Erleada · FEMALE INCONTINENCE · FOUNDATIONONE · GEMTESA · GREENLIGHT · ILLUCCIX · INTERSTIM · JELMYTO · KEYTRUDA · LYNPARZA · LoFric · MYRBETRIQ · Myrbetriq · Noctiva · Nubeqa · ORGOVYX · PLUVICTO · POSLUMA · PROVENGE · Porges Coloplast · Prolaris · REZUM · SOLESTA · SPEEDICATH · SpaceOAR VUE System - 10mL · SpeediCath · Stendra · TACHOSIL · TITAN · UROLIFT · UroLift · XIAFLEX · XTANDI · Xofigo
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Payments are distributed across multiple categories with no single dominant type.
Equivalent to $60 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Urology physicians within 10 mi
28
Per 100K population
7.2
County median income
$58,535
Nearest hospital
MARION COMMUNTIY HOSPITAL
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Rao is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 4% in FL), with mixed engagement industry engagement in the top 13% of FL peers, with 19 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Rao experienced with injection, degarelix, 1 mg?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Rao performed 8,160 injection, degarelix, 1 mg services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Rao receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Rao received a total of $17,131 from 46 companies across 166 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Rao's costs compare to other urology physicians in Ocala?
Dr. Rao's average Medicare payment per service is $17. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Rao) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
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