Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Russell Blackwelder, M.D. , M.Div.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Family Medicine Physician · Charleston, SC
- NPI 1407118508
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 294258908
(843) 792-1414 - Mailing address
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Po Box 751461
Charlotte, NC 282751461
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 22, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- South Carolina #34724 · South Carolina #LL34724
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1407118508. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,570
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$167,651
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 412 | 195 | $101 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 180 | 118 | $70 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 136 | 131 | $173 | |
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 134 | 62 | $121 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 106 | 104 | $126 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 94 | 49 | $120 | |
99315 |
Nursing facility discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 90 | 89 | $77 | |
G0180 |
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and | 58 | 43 | $49 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 51 | 34 | $73 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 46 | 22 | $75 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 39 peers in this city , average services per provider: 409. This provider delivers 3.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
7,243
Patients
586
Total drug cost
$658,568
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 1,089 | 108 | $11,827 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 859 | 110 | $11,072 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 761 | 36 | $20,000 |
| Divalproex Sodium Er (Divalproex Sodium) | Brand | 607 | 20 | $42,189 |
| Risperidone | Generic | 501 | 21 | $6,452 |
| Fanapt (Iloperidone) | Brand | 413 | 15 | $521,527 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 403 | 61 | $3,799 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 393 | 38 | $2,520 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 375 | 47 | $5,506 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 374 | 13 | $2,333 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Russell Blackwelder's medical specialty?
Dr. Russell Blackwelder practices Family Medicine Physician in Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Russell Blackwelder practice?
Dr. Russell Blackwelder practices at 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 294258908. Office phone: 8437921414.
What is Dr. Russell Blackwelder's NPI?
Dr. Russell Blackwelder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407118508, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Russell Blackwelder accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Russell Blackwelder accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Russell Blackwelder commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99308); Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99306). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.