3.7
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. James Rao is a board-certified internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine and brings 25 years of clinical experience to his practice. His extensive background allows him to provide comprehensive care for hospitalized patients with complex medical conditions.
Dr. Rao is affiliated with multiple healthcare facilities including Saint Lukes Magic Valley Medical Center, Sagewest Health Care Riverton, Cassia Regional Medical Center, Saint Peters Health Regional Medical Center, and Minidoka Memorial Hospital. He practices in Riverton, Wyoming and Burley, Idaho. His clinical expertise includes treating patients with pneumonia, hospital-acquired pneumonia, and COPD. He also incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans and performs contrast echocardiography to evaluate heart function. Patients rate Dr. Rao 3.7 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Rao is affiliated with multiple healthcare facilities including Saint Lukes Magic Valley Medical Center, Sagewest Health Care Riverton, Cassia Regional Medical Center, Saint Peters Health Regional Medical Center, and Minidoka Memorial Hospital. He practices in Riverton, Wyoming and Burley, Idaho. His clinical expertise includes treating patients with pneumonia, hospital-acquired pneumonia, and COPD. He also incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans and performs contrast echocardiography to evaluate heart function. Patients rate Dr. Rao 3.7 out of 5 stars on average.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 25 years of experience
- University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
Based on patient feedback. Read the reviews
Office Locations
Dr. James Heng Rao has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
 |  |  | |
| Dr. James Heng Rao, MD | Dr. Naeem Silat, MD | Dr. Elizabeth Lindley Marshall, MD | Dr. Naveed Ahmed Qasim, DO |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 25 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Urdu, Sindhi | |||
| Riverton , WY | Murphy , TX | Arapahoe , WY | Middletown , NY |
| Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine | Med School: Dow Medical College | Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Heng Rao
Be sure to verify insurance information directly with your doctor's office, as it may undergo frequent changes.
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Heng Rao has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Heng Rao has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
25 Years Experience
Dr. James Heng Rao holds an active medical license in the states of Wyoming and Idaho.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Wyoming that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Idaho that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine in 2001.
NPI Number
Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1720162365.
Similar doctors
Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Rao?
- You can find contact information for Dr. James Rao here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. James Rao's office located?
- Dr. James Rao's office is located at 2100 W Sunset Dr, Riverton, WY, 82501.
- Does Dr. James Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Rao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Rao affiliated with?
- Dr. James Rao is affiliated with Saint Lukes Magic Valley Medical Center, Sagewest Health Care Riverton, Cassia Regional Medical Center, Saint Peters Health Regional Medical Center, and Minidoka Memorial Hospital.
- Does Dr. James Rao accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Rao accepts on their Vitals profile.
Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews
Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.
Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.
Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.
