Quick answers
- Where does Russell W. Read see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 3 practice locations, including Vestavia Hills, AL and Birmingham, AL. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Russell W. Read's specialty?
- Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
- Does Russell W. Read accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Russell W. Read accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is the phone number for Russell W. Read?
- (205) 329-7100, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Russell W. Read's NPI number?
- 1770518474. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Russell W. Read is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 1009 Montgomery Hwy, Suite 103Vestavia Hills, AL 35216 (205) 329‑7100
- 700 18th St S, Suite 707Birmingham, AL 35233 (205) 329‑7100
- 700 S 18th St, Suite 707Birmingham, AL 35233
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Russell W. Read as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Retina Consultants of Alabama P.C.11 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Ophthalmologyprimary
Other ophthalmologists in Vestavia Hills
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Vestavia Hills, AL — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | University Of Alabama School Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 1994 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1770518474 |
| 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 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- 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