EKTA PATEL PACHOLEC PA, MMS
NPI 1578074043
Physician Assistant in Hickory, NC

Q: What is Ekta Pacholec's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ekta Pacholec is 1578074043. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 23, 2017.

Q: What is Ekta Pacholec's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ekta Pacholec was last updated on April 10, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since October 23, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

98.65/100

CMS Quality Rating

1202 N CENTER ST, HICKORY, NC 28601(828) 322-4340(828) 323-8450 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 10, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 10, 2026, Feb 6, 2026, Nov 12, 2025 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Ekta Patel Pacholec Pa, Mms NPPES

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

EKTA PATEL PACHOLEC PA, MMS (NPI 1578074043) is an individual physician assistant in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0010-12191) and active in the NPI registry since October 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Nova Southeastern College Of Osteo Medicine (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578074043

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameEKTA PATEL PACHOLECCredential: PA, MMS

Location Address1202 N CENTER STHickory, NC 28601-3760

Mailing Address1202 N Center StHickory, NC 28601-3760 · (828) 322-4340 · Fax (828) 323-8450

Phone(828) 322-4340

Fax(828) 323-8450

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSNova Southeastern College Of Osteo MedicineGraduated 2017

Enumeration DateOctober 23, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateApril 10, 20267 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 10, 2026

✔ NPI 1578074043 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363A00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 0010-12191

Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

1202 N CENTER ST, Hickory, NC 28601

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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

Ekta Patel Pacholec Pa, Mms 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 ID7517224165

PECOS Enrollment IDI20171206002712, I20230510002558

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 3

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

86 services25 patients

Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306

An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.

19 services19 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28601 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

$83.90 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$67.72 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

98.65/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

86.65

Improvement Activities

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