DR. THOMAS L. O'CONNELL MD
NPI 1710047311
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Burlington, NC

Active since December 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1234 HUFFMAN MILL ROAD, BURLINGTON, NC 27215(336) 538-1234(335) 584-6811 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 16, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Thomas L. O'connell Md NPPES

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

DR. THOMAS L. O'CONNELL MD (NPI 1710047311) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Burlington, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (9800991) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Alamance Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710047311
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. THOMAS L. O'CONNELLCredential: MD
Location Address1234 HUFFMAN MILL ROADBurlington, NC 27215-8700
Mailing Address1234 Huffman Mill RoadBurlington, NC 27215-8700 · (336) 538-1234 · Fax (335) 584-6811
Fax(335) 584-6811
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateDecember 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 16, 2020
NPPES CertifiedMarch 16, 2020
NPI 1710047311 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
License Licensed in NC · 9800991
Definition

An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.

1234 HUFFMAN MILL ROAD, Burlington, NC 27215

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid8911620NC

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Thomas L. O'connell 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 ID1355368572
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090107000226
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 21

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.

Injection, denosumab, 1 mg J0897
Denosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.
4,500 services44 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
588 services328 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
331 services227 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
327 services179 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
191 services87 patients
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) 84443
A TSH blood test measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone in your body. This hormone is produced by the pituitary gland and regulates how your thyroid works. It's a simple procedure where a small amount of blood is drawn from your arm for analysis.
190 services150 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Alamance Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Burlington, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340070
Location1240 Huffman Mill RdBurlington, NC 27216 · Alamance County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27215 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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
68%168 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
74%104 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
63%206 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
31%229 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age
Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis
50%104 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supplies for maintenance of insulin infusion catheter, per week A4224
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers97 claims1,159 services$18.28 avg. paid by Medicare
Supplies for external insulin infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each A4225
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers94 claims3,060 services$2.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
19 suppliers77 claims224 services$6.02 avg. paid by Medicare
External ambulatory infusion pump, insulin E0784
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers108 claims108 services$290.83 avg. paid by Medicare
Insulin for administration through dme (i.e., insulin pump) per 50 units J1817
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI000N
11 suppliers80 claims7,940 services$7.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
19 suppliers580 claims589 services$182.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Advanced Practice Midwife
1234 HUFFMAN MILL ROAD
BURLINGTON, NC 27215
Nurse Practitioner
1234 HUFFMAN MILL ROAD
BURLINGTON, NC 27215
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1234 HUFFMAN MILL ROAD
BURLINGTON, NC 27215
Nurse Practitioner
1234 HUFFMAN MILL ROAD
BURLINGTON, NC 27215
Orthopaedic Surgery
1234 HUFFMAN MILL ROAD
BURLINGTON, NC 27215
Family Medicine
1234 HUFFMAN MILL ROAD
BURLINGTON, NC 27215
Surgery
1234 HUFFMAN MILL ROAD
BURLINGTON, NC 27215
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1234 HUFFMAN MILL ROAD
BURLINGTON, NC 27215

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Thomas O'connell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas O'connell is 1710047311. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 12, 2006.

Where is Thomas O'connell located?

Thomas O'connell practices at 1234 Huffman Mill Road, Burlington, NC 27215. The listed phone number is (336) 538-1234.

What is Thomas O'connell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Is Thomas O'connell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas O'connell is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Thomas O'connell accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Thomas O'connell as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Thomas O'connell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas O'connell is affiliated with Alamance Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas O'connell was last updated on March 16, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.