Russell B Stapleton, MD
Nuclear Cardiology Nuclear Medicine
Russell B Stapleton is a Nuclear Cardiology Nuclear Medicine specialist based in Fernandina Beach, FL with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 39 years in nuclear medicine, Russell B Stapleton, MD is a long-established nuclear cardiology nuclear medicine specialist in Fernandina Beach. A University of South Carolina School of Medicine graduate since 1987, he brings 39+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart. CMS MIPS quality score: 91.63/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 40% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Federal MIPS score higher than 78% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1250 S 18th St Ste 202, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-4729
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 78% of doctors in Florida on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202391.63/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8 pts)
Better than 78% of MIPS-scored doctors in FloridaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.2%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,153
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
647
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,367
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $686k
Percentile rankings compared against 5,053 reporting peers in Florida.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.9k received from industry
71 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 2024, attributed to Russell B Stapleton's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1987
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 5, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in nuclear cardiology.
Taxonomy: 207UN0901X
Education & Training
University of South Carolina School of Medicine (Class of 1987)
Mailing address
Po Box 746652, Atlanta, GA 30374-6652
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 510046
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Nuclear Cardiology Care With Russell B Stapleton
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Russell B Stapleton for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Fernandina Beach 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 Russell B Stapleton
NPI records show Dr. Stapleton as active with telehealth listed in Fernandina Beach, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (904) 261-9786.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1250 S 18th St Ste 202, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-4729
Mailing Address
Po Box 746652, Atlanta, GA 30374-6652
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