Summary

Dr. Rao graduated from the Keck School of Medicine of The University of Southern California in 2008. He works in Mission Viejo, CA and specializes in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Rao is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 18 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

O.C. Neurosurgical Associates

26732 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 541Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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Neurological SurgeryNeurological SurgeryNeurological SurgeryNeurological Surgery
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4.4 
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18 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Urdu
Mission Viejo , CANewport Beach , CASan Bernardino , CABrawley , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vikas Yallapragada Rao

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - IPA
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - HMO
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vikas Yallapragada Rao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vikas Yallapragada Rao has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Laminectomy
  • Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Vikas Rao's office located?
Dr. Vikas Rao's office is located at 26732 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 541, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vikas Rao?
You can find contact information for Dr. Vikas Rao here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vikas Rao affiliated with?
Dr. Vikas Rao is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital.
Does Dr. Vikas Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Vikas Rao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Vikas Rao speak?
Dr. Vikas Rao speaks English.

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