NPI age
16 years
Enumerated 2009-10-06
● Active
Type 1 · Individual
Kavita K. Rao, M.D.
Rao is 1 of 340 ophthalmology providers in Houston and 1 of 2155 in Texas.
Primary specialty
Ophthalmology
Plus 1 subspecialty
Licensed in
TX
1 state
Status
Active
No deactivations on record
Last NPPES update
2014-03-05
Source: monthly bulk 2026-05
Sole proprietor
No
May be part of a larger org
How this provider compares
Across 2155 active ophthalmology providers in Texas.
NPI age
16 years
↓ 3 yr below median (19 yr)
State licenses
1 state
9% of peers hold multiple states
Subspecialties
1
In the 31% of peers with subspecialties
NPI lifetime · 2009 → 2026
2009-10Enumerated in NPPES
2009
2026
Where they practice
Practice location
2507a Shakespeare St
Houston, TX 770301011
Mailing address
2507a Shakespeare St
Houston, TX 770301011
Specialties
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Ophthalmology PrimaryAn ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual...
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Internal MedicineA physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer,...
Identifiers
| Type | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 01 (TX) | 8EA143 | BCBS (MDACC) |
| 05 (TX) | 325837801 (MDACC) |
Practice context
Solo or small practice. No other active providers share this practice address in NPPES.
Recently enumerated nearby: 2 new ophthalmology providers have been added in Houston in the last 180 days.
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