Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Russo, M.D. PHD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1730144064
- Accepts Medicare
- 40 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 350
La Jolla, CA 920371224
(858) 886-7595
fax (858) 558-8268
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 7, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G62682
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1730144064. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
966
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$115,085
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 611 | 247 | $136 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 82 | 78 | $71 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 70 | 70 | $171 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 63 | 59 | $15 | |
93015 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician | 47 | 43 | $77 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 26 | 26 | $85 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 23 | 20 | $97 | |
93241 |
Heart rhythm recording, analysis, report, review, and interpretation of continous external ekg over more than 48 hours up to 7 days | 16 | 15 | $132 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 16 | 16 | $120 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 12 | 11 | $97 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in La Jolla Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 188. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,184
Patients
613
Total drug cost
$346,893
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valsartan | Generic | 359 | 100 | $15,604 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 355 | 104 | $4,830 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 255 | 70 | $1,275 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 235 | 74 | $2,635 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 155 | 41 | $194,662 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 149 | 47 | $3,653 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 129 | 35 | $1,642 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 129 | 42 | $4,848 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 92 | 27 | $1,306 |
| Repatha Sureclick (Evolocumab) | Brand | 67 | 11 | $55,414 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Russo's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Russo practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Robert Russo practice?
Dr. Robert Russo practices at 9850 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 920371224. Office phone: 8588867595.
What is Dr. Robert Russo's NPI?
Dr. Robert Russo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730144064, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Russo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Russo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Russo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.