Dr. Rachana Palnitkar, M.D.
Infectious Disease
19+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. Rachana Palnitkar
Rachana Palnitkar, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Los Gatos, CA.
Specialty Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
25
Years Experience
2
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Infectious DiseaseCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2001
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | A111367 | Internal Medicine |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Rachana Palnitkar
With 19 years of practice, Dr. Rachana Palnitkar is an established infectious disease provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 2001. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including Los Gatos Eye Care A Professional Optometric Corporation in Los Gatos, California. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508050790, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Rachana Palnitkar as a moderate-volume infectious disease provider, treating approximately 554 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 2K services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates balanced experience across typical Medicare conditions.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Infectious Disease Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 95032
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Rachana Palnitkar
What does Dr. Rachana Palnitkar specialize in?
Dr. Rachana Palnitkar specializes in Infectious Disease.
Where does Dr. Rachana Palnitkar practice?
Dr. Rachana Palnitkar practices at Los Gatos Eye Care A Professional Optometric Corporation in Los Gatos, California. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. Rachana Palnitkar accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Rachana Palnitkar accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 554 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Rachana Palnitkar's NPI number?
Dr. Rachana Palnitkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508050790. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Rachana Palnitkar been practicing?
Dr. Rachana Palnitkar has approximately 19 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2001.