Russell Cohen, M.D.
NPI 1538167242 · Dermatology Physician · Oceanside, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Russell Cohen, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Oceanside, NY (NPI 1538167242).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538167242
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 16709-1 (NY)
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
9,149 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 | 1,900 | $103 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,730 | $8 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Ultraviolet Radiation With Tar Or Petroleum Jelly Application96910 | 898 | $140 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 843 | $104 |
| Test for Allergy Using Skin Patch95044 | 801 | $6 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth11103 | 662 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 205 | 156 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 131 | 78 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 127 | 105 |
| Minoxidil | 79 | 30 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 79 | — |
| Fluocinonide | 75 | 58 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 73 | 68 |
| Fluticasone Propionate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$453,802 across 445 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
- 2005-07-07
- Last updated
- 2010-04-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Russell Cohen's NPI number?
- Russell Cohen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538167242, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Russell Cohen's specialty?
- Russell Cohen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Russell Cohen located?
- Russell Cohen's practice location on file with NPPES is 258 Merrick Rd, Oceanside, NY 11572-1427.
- What is Russell Cohen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Russell Cohen is (516) 766-0345.
- Does Russell Cohen accept Medicare?
- Russell Cohen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Russell Cohen's NPI active?
- Yes — Russell Cohen's NPI (1538167242) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-04-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.