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DR. RUSSELL R RUSSO M.D.
NPI 1952543811
Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine in New Orleans, LA

Active since March 24, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.9/100
CMS Quality Rating
5620 READ BLVD, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70127(504) 592-6600(504) 592-6438 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 25, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Russell R Russo M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RUSSELL R RUSSO M.D. (NPI 1952543811) is an individual sports medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD205273) and active in the NPI registry since March 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952543811
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XX0005X
Provider Legal NameDR. RUSSELL R RUSSOCredential: M.D.
Location Address5620 READ BLVDNew Orleans, LA 70127-3106
Mailing Address6901 Canal BlvdNew Orleans, LA 70124-3407 · (504) 592-6437 · Fax (504) 592-6438
Phone(504) 592-6600
Fax(504) 592-6438
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateMarch 24, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 25, 2017
✔ NPI 1952543811 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XX0005X
License✔ Licensed in LA · MD205273
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
5620 READ BLVD, New Orleans, LA 70127
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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. Russell Ruben Russo

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Russell R 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 ID1658686803
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150817002000
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
164 services25 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
25 services21 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.
23 services23 patients
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.
16 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

New Orleans East Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190313
Location5620 Read BlvdNew Orleans, LA 70127 · Orleans County
Emergency services

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.

96.9/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality77.77
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

RONAK KEDIA MD LLC
Emergency Medicine
5620 READ BLVD
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70127
Orleans Parish (504) 592-6760
PENDLETON METHODIST HOSPITAL, L.L.C.
Rehabilitation Unit
5620 READ BLVD
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70127
Orleans Parish (610) 768-3413
MS. CAROLINE MICHELLE BURG NP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5620 READ BLVD
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70127
Orleans Parish (504) 592-6437
PARISH HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT FOR THE PARISH OF ORLEANS - DIST A
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
5620 READ BLVD
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70127
Orleans Parish (504) 592-6600
PARISH HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT FOR THE PARISH OF ORLEANS - DIST A
General Acute Care Hospital
5620 READ BLVD
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70127
Orleans Parish (504) 592-6610
DR. SARAH LUNGARO MD
Internal Medicine
5620 READ BLVD
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70127
Orleans Parish (504) 592-6600
PEGAH NAMAZI-ZADEH PHARM.D
Pharmacist
5620 READ BLVD
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70127
Orleans Parish (504) 592-6693
CATHY DO
Pharmacist
5620 READ BLVD
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70127
Orleans Parish (504) 592-6693

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 Russo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Russell Russo is 1952543811. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 24, 2009. The provider is also known as Dr. Russell Ruben Russo.

Where is Russell Russo located?

Russell Russo practices at 5620 Read Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70127. The listed phone number is (504) 592-6600.

What is Russell Russo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207XX0005X.

Is Russell Russo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Russell 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.

What insurance does Russell Russo accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list Russell 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.

Is Russell Russo affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Russell Russo is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital and New Orleans East Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Russell Russo was last updated on March 25, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.