Summary

Dr. Anantha Rao specializes in cardiovascular disease, internal medicine, and interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from Bangalore Medical College at Bangalore University in India and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System. With 52 years of experience in cardiovascular care, Dr. Rao has developed extensive expertise in treating complex heart conditions. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Rao practices at multiple locations including The George Washington University Hospital in Washington, DC, and Adventist Rehabilitation White Oak in Silver Spring, MD, with his primary office in Hyattsville, MD. He focuses on treating coronary artery disease and myocardial ischemia, with particular expertise in coronary artery disease in women. His procedural skills include cardiac catheterization procedures and sedation management. Patients rate Dr. Rao 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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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 board certifications
  • 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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4.8 
52 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 21 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
Hyattsville , MDBethesda , MDBethesda , MDBethesda , MD
Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India Med School: CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Cleveland Clinic Health System

Medical School

Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore IndiaGraduated in 1974

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Anantha Rao speak?
Dr. Anantha Rao speaks English.
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.
Does Dr. Anantha Rao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Anantha Rao accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Anantha Rao accepting new patients?
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