Christopher Russo, M.D.
NPI 1639372345 · Ophthalmology Physician · Bristol, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Russo, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Bristol, CT (NPI 1639372345).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639372345
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 14895 (NH)
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
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
1,808 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 482 | $132 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 354 | $93 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 172 | $37 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 118 | $28 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 112 | $38 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 104 | $67 |
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 392 | 149 |
| Timolol Maleate | 137 | 46 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 89 | 41 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 88 | 46 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 85 | 24 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 77 | 31 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 77 | 61 |
| Erythromycin Base |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$233 across 10 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
- 2007-06-08
- Last updated
- 2023-02-22
- Certified
- 2023-02-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Russo's NPI number?
- Christopher Russo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639372345, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Russo's specialty?
- Christopher Russo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Russo located?
- Christopher Russo's practice location on file with NPPES is 1345 Farmington Ave, Bristol, CT 06010-4776.
- What is Christopher Russo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Russo is (860) 585-0000.
- Does Christopher Russo accept Medicare?
- Christopher Russo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Russo's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Russo's NPI (1639372345) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.