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Dr. Russell Branum, MD

Rheumatology*
2.7 (40)
Map Pin Small Fort Smith, AR
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Russell Branum, MD

Dr. Russell Branum, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Fort Smith, AR. They specialize in Rheumatology, has 36 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine and is affiliated with Johnson Regional Medical Center. Dr. Branum, completed a residency at University Of Co School Of Med. Patients rated Dr. Branum an average 2.7 star rating.

Dr. Branum works at Ft Smith Rheumatology in Fort Smith, AR. They frequently treat conditions like Limb Pain, Psoriatic Arthritis and Joint Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Branum's Office Locations

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    Waldeon Place Pediatric Clinic
    1501 S Waldron Rd, Fort Smith, AR 72903 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (479) 755-6900

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  • Johnson Regional Medical Center

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Limb Pain
Psoriatic Arthritis
Joint Pain
Arthritis
Fibromyalgia
Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Gout
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Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteopenia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Steroid Injection
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Pain
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
Dry Eyes
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Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Felty's Syndrome
Fever
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Hammer Toe
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Swelling
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyositis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Rheumatic Diseases
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Spondylitis
Spondylosis
Still's Disease
Systemic Sclerosis
Systemic Vasculitis
Takayasu's Arteritis
Temporal Arteritis
Tendonitis
Trigger Finger
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Arthrocentesis
Bone Density Scan
Bursa Injection
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Injection Therapy
IV Therapy
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Joint Injection
Joint X-Ray
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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    About Dr. Russell Branum, MD

    Specialties*
    • Rheumatology

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    Years of Experience
    • 36 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1629065685
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • University Of Co School Of Med
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
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    Dr. Russell Branum, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Branum is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Branum has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Branum works at Ft Smith Rheumatology in Fort Smith, AR. View the full address on Dr. Branum’s profile.

    Dr. Branum has seen patients for Limb Pain, Psoriatic Arthritis and Joint Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Branum on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    40 patients have reviewed Dr. Branum. The overall rating for this provider is 2.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Branum.

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