Russell J Wardlaw, MD
Russell J Wardlaw, MD has been part of the Hammond medical community since 2007 in group practice. A Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans graduate since 2002, he brings 24+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 94.12/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Federal MIPS score higher than 75% of MIPS-scored doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
16061 Doctors Blvd Suite B, Hammond, LA 70403-1499
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 75% of doctors in Louisiana on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202394.12/100
Louisiana avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.5 pts)
Better than 75% of MIPS-scored doctors in LouisianaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
682
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
718
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,133
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $629k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.1k received from industry
75 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 J Wardlaw's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
24 years in practice
Experienced
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
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 2002)
Virtual Specialist Care With Russell J Wardlaw
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Russell J Wardlaw for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Hammond 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 J Wardlaw
NPI records show Dr. Wardlaw as active with telehealth listed in Hammond, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (985) 542-1334.
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
16061 Doctors Blvd Suite B, Hammond, LA 70403-1499
Mailing Address
16061 Doctors Blvd Suite B, Hammond, LA 70403-1499
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