LAURENCE J ECKEL MD
NPI 1740275296
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Rochester, MN

Active since September 12, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 1ST ST SW, ROCHESTER, MN 55905(507) 284-2511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 25, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 25, 2026, Jul 31, 2026, May 12, 2026 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

About Laurence J Eckel Md NPPES

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

LAURENCE J ECKEL MD (NPI 1740275296) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Rochester, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (42866) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740275296
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameLAURENCE J ECKELCredential: MD
Location Address200 1ST ST SWRochester, MN 55905-0001
Mailing Address200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905-0001 · (507) 284-2511
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateSeptember 12, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 25, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 25, 2026
✔ NPI 1740275296 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 8

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MN · 42866✔ Licensed in IN · 01059299✔ Licensed in FL · ME118170✔ Licensed in TN · 77611
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
Also ListedRadiology · Body ImagingTaxonomy 2085B0100X · License 01059299 (IN)
Also ListedRadiology · NeuroradiologyTaxonomy 2085N0700X · License 01059299 (IN)
Also ListedRadiology · Nuclear RadiologyTaxonomy 2085N0904X · License 01059299 (IN)
Also ListedRadiology · Pediatric RadiologyTaxonomy 2085P0229X · License 01059299 (IN)
Also ListedRadiology · Therapeutic RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0203X · License 01059299 (IN)
Also ListedRadiology · Vascular & Interventional RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0204X · License 01059299 (IN)
Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic UltrasoundTaxonomy 2085U0001X · License 01059299 (IN)
200 1ST ST SW, Rochester, MN 55905

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 113813 Metro PkwyFort Myers, FL 33912-4343 · Phone (855) 674-4624
Location 27211 Wellington Dr Ste 101Knoxville, TN 37919-5968 · Phone (865) 588-8005 · Fax (865) 588-7716

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Laurence J Eckel 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 ID8527046101
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040709001203, I20260428002555, I20260529003790
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

16

Medicare enrollment records show Laurence Eckel reassigns Medicare billing to 16 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Infectious Disease
200 1ST ST SW
Rochester, MN 55905
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 6,534 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1153 WESTHILL DR SW
Rochester, MN 55902
Multi-Specialty
500 W GRANT ST
Lake City, MN 55041
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 819 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
701 HEWITT BLVD
Red Wing, MN 55066
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 1,571 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
501 STATE ST N
Waseca, MN 56093
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 1,572 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
800 WEST AVE S
La Crosse, WI 54601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 330 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
2321 STOUT RD
Menomonie, WI 54751
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 251 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
800 MEDICAL CENTER DR
Fairmont, MN 56031
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 806 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
1101 MOULTON AND PARSONS DR
Saint James, MN 56081
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 592 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
13000 N MERIDIAN ST STE 250
Carmel, IN 46032
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 195 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 24

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, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml A9585
Gadobutrol is a contrast agent used during MRI scans to help provide clearer images. It's injected into your vein before the scan. This helps doctors to see certain areas more clearly for better diagnosis. It's generally safe with few side effects.
14,800 services149 patients
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967
Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.
2,650 services20 patients
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553
An MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.
120 services119 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
113 services108 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496
A CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.
37 services36 patients
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148
An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.
34 services34 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number240010
Location1216 Second Street SouthwestRochester, MN 55902 · Olmsted County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55905 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.74 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

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.

Internal Medicine
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Practitioner
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Practitioner
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Optometrist
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Psychologist
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905

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 Laurence Eckel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laurence Eckel is 1740275296. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 12, 2005.

Where is Laurence Eckel located?

Laurence Eckel practices at 200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905. The listed phone number is (507) 284-2511.

What is Laurence Eckel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Laurence Eckel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laurence Eckel 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Laurence Eckel's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Laurence Eckel reassigns Medicare benefits to 16 organizations: Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN), Knd Development 59 LLC (Rochester, MN), Mayo Clinic Health System-Lake City (Lake City, MN), Mayo Clinic Health System-Southeast Minnesota Region (Red Wing, MN), Mayo Clinic Health System-Southwest Minnesota Region (Waseca, MN) and 11 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Laurence Eckel's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Laurence Eckel accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee and 2 other insurers list Laurence Eckel 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 Laurence Eckel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laurence Eckel is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laurence Eckel was last updated on August 25, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.