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DR. CHRISTOPHER JOHN RUSSO M.D.
NPI 1639372345
Ophthalmology in Bristol, CT

Active since June 08, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1345 FARMINGTON AVE, BRISTOL, CT 06010(860) 585-0000(860) 584-5514 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 22, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 22, 2023, Feb 13, 2023, Nov 9, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Christopher John Russo M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER JOHN RUSSO M.D. (NPI 1639372345) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Bristol, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (053760) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639372345
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER JOHN RUSSOCredential: M.D.
Location Address1345 FARMINGTON AVEBristol, CT 06010-4776
Mailing Address1345 Farmington AveBristol, CT 06010-4776 · (860) 585-0000
Phone(860) 585-0000
Fax(860) 584-5514
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateJune 8, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 22, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 22, 2023
✔ NPI 1639372345 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CT · 053760✔ Licensed in NH · 14895
Definition
An 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 disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
1345 FARMINGTON AVE, Bristol, CT 06010
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Other Identifiers 6

Medicaid1017993VT
Other8705025Cigna
Other9507532Aetna
Other1639372345Anthem
OtherAA183908Harvard Pilgrim
Medicaid30209796NH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher John Russo 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 ID6002004108
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150625000305
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Russo reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Starling Physicians, PLLC
6.0 mi
Clinical Medical Laboratory
1 LAKE ST, GROVE HILL MEDICAL CENTER
New Britain, CT 06052
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut enrollment
  • 468 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1437252806 (860) 827-4600

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 14

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
482 services407 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
354 services239 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
172 services171 patients
Exam of the internal drainage system of eye 92020
This is a procedure where your doctor examines the eye's internal drainage system, essential for maintaining eye pressure. They use specialized tools to check for blockages or damage that might lead to conditions like glaucoma. It's non-invasive and painless.
118 services115 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
112 services111 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
104 services104 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06010 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
$138.84 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$75.55 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $18.88 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%1,169 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
97%482 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
3%2,179 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
5%2,179 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
1%2,179 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

STARLING PHYSICIANS, PLLC
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
1345 FARMINGTON AVE
BRISTOL, CT 06010
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region (860) 585-0000

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 Christopher Russo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Russo is 1639372345. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2007.

Where is Christopher Russo located?

Christopher Russo practices at 1345 Farmington Ave, Bristol, CT 06010. The listed phone number is (860) 585-0000.

What is Christopher Russo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Christopher Russo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Russo 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 organization bills Medicare for Christopher Russo's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Russo reassigns Medicare benefits to Starling Physicians, PLLC (New Britain, CT). The 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 Christopher Russo's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Russo accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan list Christopher Russo 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Russo was last updated on February 22, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.