Rao Rashid Mushtaq, MD
Rao Rashid Mushtaq is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Thornton, CO with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Rao Rashid Mushtaq, MD runs an independent hematology & oncology specialist practice in Thornton, CO. With 19+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Thornton area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 12% of MIPS-scored doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202375/100
Colorado avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.23%
Colorado avg: 6.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.1 pts)
5.23% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better74.5%
Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
267
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
125
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
459
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $592k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$7.0k received from industry
7 transactions reported in 2024 ·High tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Rao Rashid Mushtaq's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Nov 17, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Mailing address
1400 Jackson St, Denver, CO 80206-2761
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 390329
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Rao Rashid Mushtaq
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rao Rashid Mushtaq for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Thornton required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rao Rashid Mushtaq
Dr. Mushtaq is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Thornton, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (303) 650-4042.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
9451 Huron St, Thornton, CO 80260-5426
Mailing Address
1400 Jackson St, Denver, CO 80206-2761
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