Russell Briggs, M.D.
NPI 1942245196 · Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Russell Briggs, M.D. is a Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1942245196).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942245196
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M3931 (TX)
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
3,871 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 761 | $3 |
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 710 | $13 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 546 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 464 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 307 | $82 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 229 | $43 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 283 | 112 |
| Prednisone | 208 | 172 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 189 | 56 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 131 | 66 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 54 | 45 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 50 | 15 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 39 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,194 across 59 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
- 2006-06-19
- Last updated
- 2014-10-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Russell Briggs's NPI number?
- Russell Briggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942245196, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Russell Briggs's specialty?
- Russell Briggs is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Russell Briggs located?
- Russell Briggs's practice location on file with NPPES is 2765 Bee Cave Rd, Austin, TX 78746-5640.
- What is Russell Briggs's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Russell Briggs is (512) 328-7722.
- Does Russell Briggs accept Medicare?
- Russell Briggs is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Russell Briggs's NPI active?
- Yes — Russell Briggs's NPI (1942245196) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-10-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.