Summary

Rani Rao, MD, CMD, FACP, CPE, is a primary care physician at NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens and is board certified in internal medicine and geriatric medicine. She has a special interest in medical ethics, long term health care, and ambulatory care.  Dr. Rao focuses on the management and prevention of chronic conditions and how adults can cultivate a healthy and active lifestyle to improve their health status. She treats a wide range of conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease, arthritis, diabetes, hypertension, stroke and heart disease, with a collaborative and comprehensive care approach. Dr. Rao served her internship at Cook County Hospital and completed her residency at Saint Joseph Hospital/Northwestern University, in Chicago, Illinois. Fellowship-trained, Dr. Rao completed her geriatric fellowship at VA Hines and Loyola University Medical Center and a fellowship in clinical medical ethics at the University of Chicago Medical Center. She is fluent in both Telugu and Hindi.
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Office Location

NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Bayside Multispecialty

4402 Francis Lewis Blvd Ste AFlushing, NY 11361

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 36 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Joseph Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rani Rao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rani Rao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rani Rao has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • EOL Care
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. Rani Rao holds active and inactive medical licenses in the states of New York and Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027 and an inactive medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2023.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Joseph Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Osmania Medical College in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1538135991.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Rani Rao's office located?
Dr. Rani Rao's office is located at 4402 Francis Lewis Blvd Ste A, Flushing, NY, 11361.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rani Rao affiliated with?
Dr. Rani Rao is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Does Dr. Rani Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Rani Rao accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Rani Rao accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Rani Rao accepting new patients?
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