Summary

With 52 years in cardiology and interventional cardiology, Dr. Anantha Rao treats coronary artery disease, coronary artery disease in women, and myocardial ischemia, and performs cardiac catheterization and sedation.

He completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System and earned his medical degree from Bangalore Medical College, Bangalore University, in Bangalore, India. Dr. Rao sees patients in Hyattsville, Maryland, and Washington, DC. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rao 4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 52 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Cleveland Clinic Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Anantha K Rao has 3 locations

Rao Anantha K Office

6495 New Hampshire Ave Ste 190Hyattsville, MD 20783
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 2:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The George Washington University Hospital

900 23rd St NwWashington, DC 20037

Adventist Rehabilitation White Oak

11890 Healing WaySilver Spring, MD 20904

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52 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, French, Spanish
Hyattsville , MDBrandywine , MDWashington , DCWashington , DC
Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India Med School: University Of Poona-Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Medical College Med School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences Med School: Baylor College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Anantha K Rao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Anantha K Rao has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Anantha K Rao has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Dr. Anantha K Rao holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Maryland and District Of Columbia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1326118225.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Anantha Rao speak?
Dr. Anantha Rao speaks English.
Does Dr. Anantha Rao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Anantha Rao accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Anantha Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Anantha Rao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Anantha Rao's office located?
Dr. Anantha Rao's office is located at 6495 New Hampshire Ave Ste 190, Hyattsville, MD, 20783.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anantha Rao?
You can find contact information for Dr. Anantha Rao here on Vitals.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards

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