James Russ
James Russ is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry specialist based in Morgan City, LA with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
James Russ specializes in psychiatry & neurology, serving patients in Morgan City, LA in group practice. He graduated from New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology in 2014 and has 12+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, anxiety, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 67% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1738dNPPES updated 2021-08-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.8%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
23
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
74
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,381
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $375k
Percentile rankings compared against 231 reporting peers in Louisiana.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+36%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2014
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Aug 18, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a subspecialty of psychiatry with additional skills and training in the diagnosis and treatment of developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental disorders of childhood and adolescence.
Taxonomy: 2084P0804X
Education & Training
New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology (Class of 2014)
Virtual Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Care With James Russ
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Russ for cholesterol management, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Morgan City required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Russ
Dr. Russ is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Morgan City, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (985) 380-2460.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Russ
Practice Location
500 Roderick St Ste B, Morgan City, LA 70380-2278
Mailing Address
500 Roderick St Ste B, Morgan City, LA 70380-2278
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