HEATHER ECHOLS MD
NPI 1306070818
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Montgomery, AL

Q: What is Heather Echols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Echols is 1306070818. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 12, 2009. The provider is also known as N/A N/A N/A MD.

Q: What is Heather Echols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Echols was last updated on January 2, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since May 12, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

4126 CARMICHAEL CT, MONTGOMERY, AL 36106(334) 239-9257(334) 239-9345 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 2, 2026, Dec 3, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Heather Echols Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

HEATHER ECHOLS MD (NPI 1306070818) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Montgomery, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (35195) and active in the NPI registry since May 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306070818

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X

Provider Legal NameHEATHER ECHOLSCredential: MD

Location Address4126 CARMICHAEL CTMontgomery, AL 36106-2871

Mailing Address301 Brown Springs RdMontgomery, AL 36117-7005

Phone(334) 239-9257

Fax(334) 239-9345

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateMay 12, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 2, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 2, 2026

✔ NPI 1306070818 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RG0100X

License✔ Licensed in AL · 35195

Definition

An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.

4126 CARMICHAEL CT, Montgomery, AL 36106

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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)N/a N/a N/a Md

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Heather Echols Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5890012876

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160912000140

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380

A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.

219 services218 patients

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.

112 services109 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

63 services34 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

40 services36 patients

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.

25 services25 patients

Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45378

This procedure, known as a colonoscopy, involves using a flexible tube with a light and camera to examine the large intestine. It helps detect any abnormalities such as polyps or inflammation. It's a standard procedure to ensure gut health.

24 services24 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 36106 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$122.31 typical visit price

range $52.65 – $161.63

Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.72 typical visit price

range $16.56 – $131.65

Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

18%87 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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