Summary

Dr. Pooja Rao is a neurologist who earned her medical degree from K S Hegde Medical Academy. With 16 years of experience treating disorders of the nervous system, she focuses on complex neurological conditions that affect patients' daily lives. Dr. Rao speaks English and provides comprehensive care for those experiencing nerve and muscle-related health challenges.

She practices at locations in Washington, DC and McLean, Virginia, offering specialized neurological services at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and the MedStar Health Headache Center. Dr. Rao treats conditions such as chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy and back pain, including pregnancy-related back discomfort. Her approach includes performing electromyogram and nerve conduction studies to diagnose nerve function, and she incorporates physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans. Patients rate her care at 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 16 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • K S Hegde Medical Academy
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Pooja Mohan Rao has 2 locations

MedStar Health: Neuroscience at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

3800 Reservoir Road, NW Pasquerilla Healthcare Center, 6th FloorWashington, DC 20007

MedStar Health Headache Center at McLean

1420 Beverly Road Suite 300Mclean, VA 22101

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Pooja Mohan Rao

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Innovation Health
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Pooja Mohan Rao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Pooja Mohan Rao has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Clinical Neurophysiology
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2025, Inactive
Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

K S Hegde Medical AcademyGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Pooja Rao's office located?
Dr. Pooja Rao's office is located at 3800 Reservoir Road, NW Pasquerilla Healthcare Center, 6th Floor, Washington, DC, 20007.
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