Summary

Dr. Madhu Rao specializes in endocrinology with a focus on diabetes and metabolism. She earned her medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and brings 27 years of experience to her practice. Her expertise centers on helping patients manage complex hormonal conditions and metabolic disorders.

Dr. Rao practices at the Endocrinology Clinic at Parnassus in San Francisco and maintains an affiliation with the San Francisco VA Medical Center. She frequently treats patients with thyroid conditions including hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. Her clinical work includes performing thyroid hormone tests and blood glucose monitoring to help patients achieve better health outcomes. Patients rate her 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 27 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN FRANCISCO SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Endocrinology Clinic at Parnassus

400 Parnassus Ave Ste A-550San Francisco, CA 94143

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Madhu N. Rao, MDGrace Eng, MDDr. Beatty Haig Ramsay JR., MDDr. Theodor Stephen Parada, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
3.6 
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27 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
San Francisco , CAEmeryville , CASan Mateo , CADaly City , CA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN FRANCISCO SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guerrero Facultad De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Madhu N. Rao

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Hometown Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Madhu N. Rao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Madhu N. Rao has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Adrenal Gland Diseases
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Endocrinology & Metabolism
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Madhu N. Rao holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN FRANCISCO SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY and University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Madhu N. Rao's NPI number is 1033201108.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Madhu Rao?
You can find contact information for Madhu Rao here on Vitals.
Where is Madhu Rao's office located?
Madhu Rao's office is located at 400 Parnassus Ave Ste A-550, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
Which hospitals is Madhu Rao affiliated with?
Madhu Rao is affiliated with San Francisco Va Medical Center.
Does Madhu Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Madhu Rao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Madhu Rao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Madhu Rao accepts on their Vitals profile.

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