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RUSSELL CONNELLY KIRKS M.D.
NPI 1285079186
Surgery in Rincon, GA

Active since May 06, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
594 S COLUMBIA AVE STE 100, RINCON, GA 31326(912) 826-4057(912) 826-2853 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 3, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Russell Connelly Kirks M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

RUSSELL CONNELLY KIRKS M.D. (NPI 1285079186) is an individual surgery provider in Rincon, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (79298) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Candler Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Savannah.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285079186
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameRUSSELL CONNELLY KIRKSCredential: M.D.
Location Address594 S COLUMBIA AVE STE 100Rincon, GA 31326-9095
Mailing Address594 S Columbia Ave Ste 100Rincon, GA 31326-9095 · (912) 826-4057 · Fax (912) 826-2853
Phone(912) 826-4057
Fax(912) 826-2853
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMay 6, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateApril 3, 2024
NPPES CertifiedApril 3, 2024
✔ NPI 1285079186 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 79298
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
594 S COLUMBIA AVE STE 100, Rincon, GA 31326
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 15354 Reynolds St Ste 200Savannah, GA 31405-6007 · Phone (912) 352-0920 · Fax (912) 352-0955

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Russell Connelly Kirks M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID648401224
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210624002693
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Russell Kirks reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Sjc Ms General Surgery, LLC
Same address
Surgery
594 S COLUMBIA AVE STE 100
Rincon, GA 31326
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 10 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1295519775 (912) 826-4057
Metro Surgical, PC
Same address
Surgery
594 S COLUMBIA AVE, SUITE 100
Rincon, GA 31326
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 20 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1902823024 (912) 826-4057

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
42 services42 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
37 services23 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
34 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Candler Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Savannah, GA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110024
Location5353 Reynolds StreetSavannah, GA 31412 · Chatham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Joseph's Hospital - Savannah

Acute Care Hospitals · Savannah, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110043
Location11705 Mercy BoulevardSavannah, GA 31419 · Chatham County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31326 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.89 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

SJC MS GENERAL SURGERY, LLC
Surgery
594 S COLUMBIA AVE STE 100
RINCON, GA 31326
Effingham County (912) 826-4057
SUNRISE PHYSICAL THERAPY LLC
Physical Therapist
594 S COLUMBIA AVE STE 100
RINCON, GA 31326
Effingham County (248) 412-3450

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Russell Kirks's NPI number?

The NPI number for Russell Kirks is 1285079186. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 6, 2013.

Where is Russell Kirks located?

Russell Kirks practices at 594 S Columbia Ave Ste 100, Rincon, GA 31326. The listed phone number is (912) 826-4057.

What is Russell Kirks's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Russell Kirks enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Russell Kirks is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Russell Kirks's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Russell Kirks reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Sjc Ms General Surgery, LLC (Rincon, GA) and Metro Surgical, PC (Rincon, GA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Russell Kirks's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Russell Kirks accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list Russell Kirks as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Russell Kirks affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Russell Kirks is affiliated with Candler Hospital and St Joseph's Hospital - Savannah.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Russell Kirks was last updated on April 3, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.