Russell Kitch, M.D.
NPI 1992705099 · Otolaryngology Physician · North Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Russell Kitch, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in North Charleston, SC (NPI 1992705099).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992705099
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 15299 (SC)
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
3,599 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 | 640 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 508 | $85 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 372 | $15 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 362 | $34 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 330 | $3 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 240 | $42 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 104 | 51 |
| Famotidine | 78 | 30 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 32 | 25 |
| Omeprazole | 28 | 15 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 20 | — |
| Azelastine Hcl | 15 | — |
| Prednisone | 14 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$101 across 3 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
- 2005-07-29
- Last updated
- 2011-10-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Russell Kitch's NPI number?
- Russell Kitch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992705099, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Russell Kitch's specialty?
- Russell Kitch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Russell Kitch located?
- Russell Kitch's practice location on file with NPPES is 2850 Tricom Street, North Charleston, SC 29406-9192.
- What is Russell Kitch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Russell Kitch is (843) 863-1188.
- Does Russell Kitch accept Medicare?
- Russell Kitch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Russell Kitch's NPI active?
- Yes — Russell Kitch's NPI (1992705099) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-10-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.