Christopher Rusinek, MD
NPI 1487608469 · Ophthalmology Physician · Cary, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Rusinek, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Cary, NC (NPI 1487608469).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487608469
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200500246 (NC)
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
20 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
1,695 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 644 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 482 | $52 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 112 | $34 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 95 | $499 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 93 | $157 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Timolol Maleate | 216 | 52 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 154 | 96 |
| Latanoprost | 141 | 39 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 130 | 42 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 98 | 88 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 84 | 53 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 77 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$58 across 2 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
- 2006-05-22
- Last updated
- 2014-03-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Rusinek's NPI number?
- Christopher Rusinek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487608469, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Rusinek's specialty?
- Christopher Rusinek is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Rusinek located?
- Christopher Rusinek's practice location on file with NPPES is 105 Sw Cary Pkwy Ste 200, Cary, NC 27511-5600.
- What is Christopher Rusinek's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Rusinek is (919) 467-4500.
- Does Christopher Rusinek accept Medicare?
- Christopher Rusinek is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Rusinek's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Rusinek's NPI (1487608469) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-03-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.