AARON J RUSSELL M.D.
NPI 1629413851
Surgery in Harker Heights, TX

Q: What is Aaron Russell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Aaron Russell is 1629413851. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 1, 2013.

Q: What is Aaron Russell's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Aaron Russell was last updated on August 10, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since May 01, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

97.58/100

CMS Quality Rating

800 W CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY STE 370, HARKER HEIGHTS, TX 76548(254) 618-4319 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 10, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 10, 2022, Jan 11, 2019, Jun 22, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Aaron J Russell M.d. NPPES

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

AARON J RUSSELL M.D. (NPI 1629413851) is an individual surgery provider in Harker Heights, Texas, licensed in Texas (T7344) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tri-state Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629413851

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameAARON J RUSSELLCredential: M.D.

Location Address800 W CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY STE 370Harker Heights, TX 76548

Mailing Address800 W Central Texas Expy Ste 370Harker Heights, TX 76548-3201 · (254) 618-4319 · Fax (254) 618-4355

Phone(254) 618-4319

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateMay 1, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 10, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 10, 2022

✔ NPI 1629413851 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · T7344

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.

800 W CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY STE 370, Harker Heights, TX 76548

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan 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

Aaron J Russell 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 ID8123309325

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220523002511, I20260220002080

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

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

Lhp Texas MD Services Inc

Same address

General Practice

800 W CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY STE 125
Harker Heights, TX 76548

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
89 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1841562667 (245) 618-1020

Tri-State Memorial Hospital

1,480 mi

Critical Access

1221 HIGHLAND AVE
Clarkston, WA 99403

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
Also billed through NPI 1598814352 (Washington)
144 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1760485221 (509) 758-5511

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 5

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

53 services32 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

37 services36 patients

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.

30 services30 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

21 services13 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.

19 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Tri-State Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Clarkston, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number501332

Location1221 Highland AvenueClarkston, WA 99403 · Asotin County

Emergency services

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights

Acute Care Hospitals · Harker Heights, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number670080

Location850 W Central Texas ExpresswayHarker Heights, TX 76548 · Bell County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76548 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

$84.92 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.55 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

97.58/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

86.53

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

BERNARD DAVID MORRIS JR. M.D.

Urology

800 W CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY STE 370
HARKER HEIGHTS, TX 76548

Bell County (254) 618-4320

DR. JUSTIN ANDREW TAWFIK M.D.

Surgery

800 W CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY STE 370
HARKER HEIGHTS, TX 76548

Bell County (254) 618-4320

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 Aaron Russell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Aaron Russell is 1629413851. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 1, 2013.

Where is Aaron Russell located?

Aaron Russell practices at 800 W Central Texas Expy Ste 370, Harker Heights, TX 76548. The listed phone number is (254) 618-4319.

What is Aaron Russell's specialty?

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

Is Aaron Russell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Aaron Russell 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 Aaron Russell's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Aaron Russell reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Lhp Texas MD Services Inc (Harker Heights, TX) and Tri-State Memorial Hospital (Clarkston, WA). 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 Aaron Russell's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Aaron Russell accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan and UnitedHealthcare list Aaron Russell 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 Aaron Russell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Aaron Russell is affiliated with Tri-State Memorial Hospital and Seton Medical Center Harker Heights.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Aaron Russell was last updated on August 10, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.