Quick answers
- Does Russell J. Malik accept Medicare assignment?
- Medicare's clinician data says Russell J. Malik may accept Medicare assignment (as of October 2, 2026). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Russell J. Malik see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 53 Original Medicare patients and 57 services for Russell J. Malik. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Russell J. Malik's NPI number?
- 1588667869. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Russell J. Malik, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 53 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 57 |
| Different services or procedures | 5 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 77 |
Most frequent services
- Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more (99214)31 services
- New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more (99204)14 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High cholesterol75%
- High blood pressure68%
- Arthritis47%
- Diabetes32%
- Ischemic heart disease30%
- Chronic kidney disease23%
Practice locations
Addresses where Russell J. Malik is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 2409 Falcon Pass Dr, Suite 108Houston, TX 77062 (281) 658‑4374
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Russell J. Malik as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- M and M Optical Inc2 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Optometryprimary
Other optometrists in Houston
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Houston, TX — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in M and M Optical Inc
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | OD |
|---|---|
| Optometry school | University Of Houston - College Of Optometry |
| Graduation year | 1991 (35 years since optometry school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | May accept for some services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1588667869 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians