Linda A Russell, MD
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Linda a Russell, MD has been part of the New York medical community since 2006 in independent practice. A Tufts University School of Medicine graduate since 1989, she brings 37+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, arthritis, and osteoporosis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1834dNPPES updated 2021-04-27 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
535 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021-4872
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.31%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.8 pts)
2.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better79.4%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
684
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
376
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,425
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.26M
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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, Arthritis, and Osteoporosis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+47%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$126 received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Linda a Russell's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
Tufts University School of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 26, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Taxonomy: 174400000X
Education & Training
Tufts University School of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
535 East 70th Street, New York, NY 10021
Differs from practice location
Virtual Specialist Care With Linda a Russell
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Linda a Russell for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, follow-up consultations — no travel to New York 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 Linda a Russell
NPI records show Dr. Russell as active with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 606-1305.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
535 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021-4872
Mailing Address
535 East 70th Street, New York, NY 10021
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