Christopher Russell, M.D.
NPI 1609866839 · Neurology Physician · Atlanta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Russell, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Atlanta, GA (NPI 1609866839).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609866839
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 043119 (GA)
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
678 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 | 251 | $91 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 102 | $70 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 66 | $168 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 57 | $127 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 45 | $61 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 53 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Donepezil Hcl | 259 | 73 |
| Gabapentin | 197 | 49 |
| Levetiracetam | 171 | 37 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 157 | 34 |
| Memantine Hcl | 121 | 36 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 80 | 25 |
| Topiramate | 63 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,497 across 67 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
- 2005-10-27
- Last updated
- 2023-03-24
- Certified
- 2023-03-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Russell's NPI number?
- Christopher Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609866839, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Russell's specialty?
- Christopher Russell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Russell located?
- Christopher Russell's practice location on file with NPPES is 95 Collier Rd, Atlanta, GA 30309.
- What is Christopher Russell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Russell is (404) 351-2270.
- Does Christopher Russell accept Medicare?
- Christopher Russell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Russell's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Russell's NPI (1609866839) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.