Chris Russell, M.D.
NPI 1033259742 · Family Medicine Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chris Russell, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1033259742).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033259742
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 15044 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
745 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 260 | $82 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 | 142 | $50 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 117 | $51 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 77 | $118 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 73 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 78 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 158 | 37 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 146 | 34 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 107 | 28 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 101 | 26 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 82 | 24 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 78 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$460 across 6 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-08
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chris Russell's NPI number?
- Chris Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033259742, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chris Russell's specialty?
- Chris Russell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chris Russell located?
- Chris Russell's practice location on file with NPPES is 204 Lowe Ave Se, Huntsville, AL 35801-4262.
- What is Chris Russell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chris Russell is (256) 533-0856.
- Does Chris Russell accept Medicare?
- Chris Russell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chris Russell's NPI active?
- Yes — Chris Russell's NPI (1033259742) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.