DR. RANDALL L ECHOLS JR. M.D.
NPI 1710412978
Anesthesiology in Hickory, NC

Q: What is Randall Echols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Randall Echols is 1710412978. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2017.

Q: What is Randall Echols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Randall Echols was last updated on July 20, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years 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 April 25, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

64.46/100

CMS Quality Rating

10 3RD AVE NE STE 200, HICKORY, NC 28601(828) 327-8105 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 20, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 20, 2021, Apr 25, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Randall L Echols Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RANDALL L ECHOLS JR. M.D. (NPI 1710412978) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (302504) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Caldwell Memorial Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Knoxville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710412978

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. RANDALL L ECHOLS JR.Credential: M.D.

Location Address10 3RD AVE NE STE 200Hickory, NC 28601-5044

Mailing Address1924 Alcoa HwyKnoxville, TN 37920-1511

Phone(828) 327-8105

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 2017

Enumeration DateApril 25, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 20, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 20, 2021

✔ NPI 1710412978 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 302504

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

10 3RD AVE NE STE 200, Hickory, NC 28601

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11924 Alcoa HwyKnoxville, TN 37920-1511 · Phone (865) 305-9220

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. Randall L Echols Jr. M.d. 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 ID7517224512

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210722000143

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 6

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.

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.

19 services19 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

17 services17 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

16 services16 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810

Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480

Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Caldwell Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lenoir, NC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number340041

Location321 Mulberry St SWLenoir, NC 28645 · Caldwell County

Emergency services

Frye Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number340116

Location420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601 · Catawba County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

64.46/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

52.37

Improvement Activities

Cost

68.87

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

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

MRS. TERRY C WELLMAN CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered