Soumya G Rao, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across CA can see Soumya G Rao, M.D. in person in Poway or via virtual visit — no travel required. She has been in practice for 26+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, high cholesterol, and hypertension (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.16/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 51% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 45% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1517dNPPES updated 2022-03-10 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
15611 Pomerado Rd 4th Floor, Poway, CA 92064-2437
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202380.16/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.74%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California0.74% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
331
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
359
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,033
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.15M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 Arthritis, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — 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 (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — 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.
$3.3k received from industry
179 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 Soumya G Rao's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Mar 9, 2022
CMS-verified certification date
26 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190167
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Soumya G Rao
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Soumya G Rao for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Poway 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 Soumya G Rao
NPI records show Dr. Rao as active with telehealth listed in Poway, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (858) 675-3150.
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 Soumya G Rao
Practice Location
15611 Pomerado Rd 4th Floor, Poway, CA 92064-2437
Mailing Address
15611 Pomerado Rd 4th Floor, Poway, CA 92064-2437
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