Russell Cecola, M.D.
NPI 1639124290 · Otolaryngology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Russell Cecola, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1639124290).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639124290
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 019853 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1,432 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 | 378 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 363 | $81 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 163 | $12 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 123 | $14 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 120 | $32 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 96 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 50 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 451 | 188 |
| Azithromycin | 298 | 197 |
| Famotidine | 294 | 93 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 256 | 178 |
| Cefdinir | 238 | 171 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 194 | 67 |
| Omeprazole | 176 | 45 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$280 across 8 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
- 2006-05-23
- Last updated
- 2008-05-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Russell Cecola's NPI number?
- Russell Cecola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639124290, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Russell Cecola's specialty?
- Russell Cecola is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Russell Cecola located?
- Russell Cecola's practice location on file with NPPES is 120 N Jefferson Davis Pkwy, New Orleans, LA 70119-5308.
- What is Russell Cecola's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Russell Cecola is (504) 821-0244.
- Does Russell Cecola accept Medicare?
- Russell Cecola is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Russell Cecola's NPI active?
- Yes — Russell Cecola's NPI (1639124290) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-05-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.