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Dr. Russell Thomas Simmons, O.D.

Optometrist in Benton, AR · enumerated 2006 · practices at Simmons Eye Care Clinic, P.A..

Data current as of Jul 13, 2026 · sourced from CMS NPPES

National Provider Identifier

1720016272

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Registry record

Entity type Individual (Type 1)
Name Dr. Russell Thomas Simmons
Credential O.D.
Sex Male
Practice address 113 W Carpenter St, Benton, AR, 72015
Phone (501) 778-2363
Fax (501) 778-5329
Enumeration date Jun 30, 2006
Last updated in NPPES Aug 13, 2024

Taxonomy & licenses

152W00000X Optometrist Eye and Vision Services Providers · License 2329 (AR) Primary
OD · Doctor of Optometry: A licensed optometrist providing primary vision care, eye exams, and corrective lenses. About the OD credential

Other identifiers

Identifier Type State Issuer
139616722 Medicaid AR -
410041726 Other AR RAILROAD MEDICARE

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What specialty is Russell Simmons?
Russell Simmons is registered in NPPES with the primary taxonomy of Optometrist. The taxonomy code describes the provider's classification and area of specialization for claims and credentialing.
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Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-13. Provider record last updated 2024-08-13.