Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Russell Branum, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Fort Smith, AR
- NPI 1629065685
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 89.3 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1501 S Waldron RD, Ste 202
Fort Smith, AR 729032574
(479) 755-6900
fax (479) 755-6903 - Mailing address
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Po Box 11436
Fort Smith, AR 729171436
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 17, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arkansas #E3265
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629065685. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
242,002
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$3,827,609
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3262 |
Injection, tocilizumab, 1 mg | 70,640 | 13 | $6 | |
J0717 |
Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 63,200 | 23 | $5 | |
J1602 |
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use | 33,182 | 38 | $13 | |
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 20,950 | 31 | $41 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 15,240 | 149 | $23 | |
J9312 |
Injection, rituximab, 10 mg | 6,500 | 21 | $80 | |
J1745 |
Injection, infliximab, excludes biosimilar, 10 mg | 6,410 | 26 | $33 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 2,924 | 866 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 2,885 | 871 | $10 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 2,867 | 871 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Fort Smith Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 4,481. This provider delivers 54× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$13,363
Transactions
195
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 49 | $10,359.51 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 38 | $640.70 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 21 | $465.58 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 13 | $245.10 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 8 | $211.18 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 16 | $208.71 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 10 | $207.50 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 11 | $204.04 | |
| Ani Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 11 | $202.17 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Health Care Systems INC. | 1 | $150.00 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 6 | $112.06 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 5 | $103.53 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 2 | $101.03 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 3 | $71.83 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $22.88 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,965
Patients
668
Total drug cost
$49,499
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 384 | 110 | $8,494 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 280 | 92 | $15,584 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 255 | 99 | $3,018 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 171 | 58 | $2,204 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 140 | 55 | $2,040 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 123 | 40 | $6,511 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 107 | 35 | $2,152 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 97 | 21 | $2,978 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 76 | 29 | $817 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 62 | 20 | $704 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Russell Branum's medical specialty?
Dr. Russell Branum practices Rheumatology Physician in Fort Smith, AR.
Where does Dr. Russell Branum practice?
Dr. Russell Branum practices at 1501 S Waldron RD, Fort Smith, AR 729032574. Office phone: 4797556900.
What is Dr. Russell Branum's NPI?
Dr. Russell Branum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629065685, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Russell Branum accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Russell Branum accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Russell Branum commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, tocilizumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J3262); Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0717); Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use (HCPCS J1602). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.