Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Nandita Rao, MD
Hematology & Oncology · Plano, TX
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Rao
Dr. Nandita Rao is a hematology & oncology specialist in Plano, TX, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Rao performed 72,863 Medicare services across 2,887 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Rao received a total of $3,910 from 38 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 192 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in hematology & oncology. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. 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 13% volume in TX
$3,910 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗72,863
Medicare services
Top 13% in TX for hematology & oncology
2,887
Unique beneficiaries
$11
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~3,835 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron sucrose injection (Venofer) An injection of iron sucrose used to replenish iron levels in the body. |
25,100 | $0 | $2 |
| 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. |
9,710 | $0 | $3 |
| Darbepoetin injection (Aranesp) for anemia An injection of darbepoetin alfa used for non-end-stage renal disease purposes. |
9,400 | $2 | $20 |
| Pembrolizumab injection (Keytruda) | 8,400 | $43 | $136 |
| Anti-nausea injection (fosaprepitant) An injection of fosaprepitant, a medication used to prevent nausea and vomiting. |
6,600 | $0 | $5 |
| Immune globulin infusion (Octagam) This procedure involves the administration of immune globulin medication directly into a vein. It is provided in a non-lyophilized liquid form. |
3,834 | $33 | $233 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 1,560 | $18 | $66 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
1,065 | $0 | $1 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
878 | $8 | $20 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
816 | $8 | $36 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
801 | $10 | $64 |
| Injection, granisetron hydrochloride, 100 mcg | 630 | $0 | $24 |
| 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. |
564 | $88 | $368 |
| Anti-nausea injection (Aloxi/palonosetron) | 430 | $1 | $114 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
251 | $11 | $108 |
| Intravenous infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of medication or fluid directly into a vein for therapeutic, preventive, or diagnostic purposes. The procedure lasts one hour or less. |
235 | $46 | $313 |
| Zoledronic acid injection, 1 mg An injection of zoledronic acid administered at a dose of 1 mg. |
219 | $6 | $431 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
206 | $13 | $60 |
| Iron level test | 206 | $6 | $27 |
| Iron binding capacity test A blood test that measures the amount of iron in the blood and the blood's ability to bind and transport iron. |
206 | $9 | $35 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
193 | $98 | $707 |
| Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) level test A blood test that measures the amount of lactate dehydrogenase, an enzyme found in many body tissues. It helps assess tissue damage or disease. |
148 | $6 | $31 |
| 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. |
128 | $11 | $96 |
| CT scan of chest with contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest using a contrast dye to enhance the visibility of internal structures. |
89 | $43 | $821 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan that uses dye to create detailed images of the abdomen and pelvis. This imaging test helps doctors examine internal organs and structures in these areas. |
89 | $170 | $1,067 |
| Non-hormonal chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy medication via injection into the skin or muscle tissue. |
88 | $54 | $211 |
| Manual white blood cell count A laboratory test that involves examining a sample under a microscope to manually count the number of white blood cells present. |
84 | $4 | $22 |
| Complete blood count (CBC), automated An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood. |
84 | $6 | $34 |
| Additional hour of intravenous infusion This code represents each additional hour of intravenous infusion beyond the initial hour for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis. |
81 | $15 | $100 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 76 | $155 | $709 |
| Additional sequential IV infusion, 1 hour or less This code represents an additional intravenous infusion administered sequentially to a primary infusion. It covers the administration time of one hour or less. |
65 | $22 | $157 |
| Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 54 | $135 | $3,675 |
| Immunologic analysis for detection of tumor antigen, quantitative; ca 15-3 | 53 | $20 | $128 |
| Intravenous infusion of new drug or substance, 1 hour or less This procedure involves administering a new medication or substance directly into a vein through an existing access site. The infusion is completed within one hour or less. |
52 | $49 | $344 |
| Nuclear medicine scan from skull base to mid-thigh with CT A nuclear medicine imaging study covering the area from the base of the skull to the middle of the thighs, performed alongside a CT scan. |
51 | $1,097 | $4,802 |
| Normal saline infusion, 1000 cc Administration of 1000 cc of normal saline solution into a vein. This procedure involves the intravenous delivery of a sterile saltwater solution. |
49 | $2 | $19 |
| Fluorodeoxyglucose f-18 fdg, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 45 millicuries | 45 | $90 | $657 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
33 | $21 | $161 |
| Automated red blood cell count with calculations A blood test that automatically counts red blood cells and performs additional calculations to assess blood health. |
30 | $5 | $26 |
| 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. |
30 | $25 | $145 |
| Diphenhydramine injection, up to 50 mg An injection of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine medication, administered in a dose of up to 50 milligrams. |
29 | $1 | $7 |
| CT scan of chest, without contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest area that uses X-rays to create detailed images without the use of contrast dye. |
28 | $48 | $686 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
26 | $4 | $25 |
| Intravenous hydration infusion, 31-60 minutes Administration of fluids into a vein to maintain hydration. This procedure involves an infusion lasting between 31 and 60 minutes. |
24 | $25 | $256 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, high complexity Subsequent hospital inpatient or observation care for an existing patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 50 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
22 | $91 | $357 |
| Intravenous drug injection A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance directly into a vein. |
21 | $26 | $247 |
| Intravenous push injection of new drug or substance A healthcare provider injects a new medication or substance directly into a vein using a push technique. |
21 | $42 | $289 |
| Irrigation of implanted venous access device This procedure involves flushing an implanted venous access device to clear blockages or maintain patency. It ensures the device remains functional for delivering medications or fluids. |
21 | $16 | $114 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
20 | $3 | $28 |
| CT scan of neck soft tissue with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the soft tissues in the neck. |
18 | $53 | $658 |
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.
6.2% high complexity
87.8% medium
6.0% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$3,910
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $559/year across 7 years
Top 47% in TX for hematology & oncology
38
Companies
192
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.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$3,851 (98.5%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$59 (1.5%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,011
2023
$1,310
2022
$263
2021
$23
2020
$51
2019
$143
2018
$110
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$462
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$320
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$307
GENZYME CORPORATION
$255
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$210
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$205
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$198
SOBI, INC
$153
Celgene Corporation
$146
Eisai Inc.
$143
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$140
PharmaEssentia USA Corporation
$133
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$132
PFIZER INC.
$122
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$121
Lilly USA, LLC
$120
Amgen Inc.
$113
EMD Serono, Inc.
$78
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$68
Seagen Inc.
$62
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$51
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$50
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$36
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$33
Pharmacosmos Therapeutics Inc.
$30
Karyopharm Therapeutics Inc.
$26
Acrotech Biopharma LLC
$24
MorphoSys, US Inc.
$22
CTI BioPharma Corp.
$22
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$18
Genentech USA, Inc.
$17
AVEO Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$17
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc
$16
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$14
INSYS Therapeutics Inc
$13
Novocure Inc.
$13
Emmaus Medical, Inc.
$12
Sirtex Medical Inc
$8
Top 3 companies account for 27.8% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ADVATE · ALPROLIX · ALTUVIIIO · BAVENCIO · BELEODAQ · BESREMI · BOSULIF · CABLIVI · CALQUENCE · CARVYKTI · ClosureFast · DARZALEX · DOPTELET · Doptelet · ENHERTU · ENJAYMO · ERLEADA · Endari · Enhertu · FOTIVDA · GAZYVA · IBRANCE · IMBRUVICA · IMFINZI · INJECTAFER · INLYTA · KEYTRUDA · KISQALI · LIBTAYO · LUMAKRAS · LUTATHERA · LYNPARZA · Lenvima · MEKINIST · MONJUVI · MONOFERRIC · OJJAARA · OPDIVO · OPDUALAG · OSTEOCOOL RF ABLATION · Optune · PADCEV · PIQRAY · PLUVICTO · PROMACTA · Padcev · Pomalyst · REBLOZYL · RYBREVANT · SARCLISA · SIR-Spheres Microspheres · SPRYCEL · SUTENT · SYNDROS · Somatuline Depot · TABRECTA · TECVAYLI · TUKYSA · Trodelvy · ULTOMIRIS · VERZENIO · VONJO · VONVENDI · VPRIV · Vonjo · XPOVIO · XTANDI · Xtandi · ZEPZELCA
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 →
Most payments (98%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $5 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Hematology & oncology specialists within 10 mi
129
Per 100K population
11.6
County median income
$117,588
Nearest hospital
TEXAS HEALTH PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL PLANO
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 13% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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 iron sucrose injection (venofer)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Rao performed 25,100 iron sucrose injection (venofer) 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 $3,910 from 38 companies across 192 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 hematology & oncology specialists in Plano?
Dr. Rao's average Medicare payment per service is $11. 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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