Santosh K. Rao, M.D.
Santosh K. Rao is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Gilbert, AZ with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 26 years in internal medicine, Santosh K. Rao, M.D. is a long-established hematology & oncology specialist in Gilbert. Trained at University of Michigan Medical School (class of 2000), he has been practicing for over 26 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, cancer, and hypertension. CMS MIPS quality score: 90.9/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in Arizona
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 338dNPPES updated 2025-06-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arizona Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Suite 450, Gilbert, AZ 85234
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 83% of doctors in Arizona on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202390.9/100
Arizona avg: 77.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.3 pts)
Better than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in ArizonaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.16%
Arizona avg: 6.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.1 pts)
8.16% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better60.4%
Arizona avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-22.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
118
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
74
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
331
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.39M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,247 reporting peers in Arizona.
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 High Cholesterol, Cancer, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ 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 (-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 (-5%) — 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.
$3.1k received from industry
19 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Santosh K. Rao's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
University of Michigan Medical School
Board certified · Jun 18, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
26 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
Education & Training
University of Michigan Medical School (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
9500 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44195-0001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Santosh K. Rao
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Santosh K. Rao for cholesterol management, follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Gilbert 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 Santosh K. Rao
Dr. Rao is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Gilbert, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (480) 264-3676.
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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Contact Santosh K. Rao
Practice Location
2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Suite 450, Gilbert, AZ 85234
Mailing Address
9500 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44195-0001
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