Rudranath Talukdar, MD
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Rudranath Talukdar is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Waco, TX with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Rudranath Talukdar, MD has practiced internal medicine for 38+ years, working in group practice. He has been in practice for 38+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 563dNPPES updated 2024-11-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better21.9%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+16.8 pts)
21.9% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
220
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
169
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
886
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.15M
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — 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 (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — 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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$57 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low 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 2018, attributed to Rudranath Talukdar's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Nov 5, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Mailing address
Po Box 844658, Dallas, TX 75284-4658
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Rudranath Talukdar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rudranath Talukdar for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Waco 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 Rudranath Talukdar
Dr. Talukdar is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Waco, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (254) 202-4000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
150 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Waco, TX 76712-8897
Mailing Address
Po Box 844658, Dallas, TX 75284-4658
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