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Dr. Anita Rao, MD

Pain Medicine* Age 52
Dr. Anita Rao, MD
4.8 (98 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Anita Rao, MD

Pain Medicine* Age 52
Portage, IN
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Anita Rao, MD is a Pain Medicine Physician in Portage, IN.

About

Dr. Rao graduated from SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY AT CARBONDALE. Dr. Anita Rao, MD is a Pain Medicine Physician in Portage, IN and has 27 years experience. Dr. Rao currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Franciscan Health Michigan City. Dr. Rao has experience treating conditions like Radiculopathy and Herniated Disc among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Rao received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 98 times. Dr. Rao's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Rao also speaks Hindi. Dr. Rao is board certified in Anesthesiology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Friendly Staff

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Spinal Nerve Block
Radiculopathy
Herniated Disc
Spinal Nerve Block
Radiculopathy
Herniated Disc
Spinal Nerve Block
Radiculopathy
Herniated Disc
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Sciatica
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Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Facet Blocks
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Steroid Injection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Back Pain
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Low Back Pain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Upper Back Pain
Peripheral Nerve Block
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Chronic Postoperative Pain
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Fibromyalgia
Headache
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Migraine
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Myelopathy
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Phantom Limb Pain
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Postherpetic Neuralgia
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Scoliosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
Somatic Nerve Block
Sympathetic Nerve Block
Trigger Point Injection

Insurance Accepted

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  • SIHO Network HMO
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    Options PPO
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    Medica Choice
    Nexus Open Access
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    Choice Care PPO
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    Blue Cross Premier PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute PC
    3691 Willowcreek Rd, Portage, IN 46368
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 921-1444
  2. 2 Neuromuscular Diagnostic LLC
    601 Gateway Blvd N, Chesterton, IN 46304
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 921-5303

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rao
4.8
Based on 98 Reviews
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1 Star (4)

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Mar 05, 2025
So kind, spent time reviewing imaging and treatment recommendations. Great technique and skill.
— Mar 05, 2025
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Hindi
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Pain Medicine
Anesthesiology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY AT CARBONDALE
    1998
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
Board Certifications
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Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Rao communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Rao offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Rao offer an online patient portal?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Anita Rao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Rao's profile.

Dr. Rao frequently treats the following conditions: Radiculopathy and Herniated Disc. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Anita Rao, MD is affiliated with Franciscan Health Michigan City.

Yes, Dr. Anita Rao, MD holds board certification in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Franciscan Health Michigan City

    3500 Franciscan Way, Michigan City, IN