James Echols, MD
NPI 1316166507 · Ophthalmology Physician · Memphis, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Echols, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Memphis, TN (NPI 1316166507).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316166507
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 43481 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,773 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 1,370 | $25 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,146 | $121 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 830 | $496 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 303 | $161 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 288 | $38 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 184 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 432 | 129 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 182 | 52 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 156 | 134 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 138 | 117 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 133 | 117 |
| Timolol Maleate | 101 | 37 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 54 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$410 across 19 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-25
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
- Certified
- 2020-09-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Echols's NPI number?
- James Echols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316166507, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Echols's specialty?
- James Echols is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Echols located?
- James Echols's practice location on file with NPPES is 909 Ridgeway Loop Rd, Memphis, TN 38120-4016.
- What is James Echols's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Echols is (901) 683-1112.
- Does James Echols accept Medicare?
- James Echols is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Echols's NPI active?
- Yes — James Echols's NPI (1316166507) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.