Laurence Eckel, MD
NPI 1740275296 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Rochester, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laurence Eckel, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Rochester, MN (NPI 1740275296).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740275296
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01059299 (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Diagnostic Ultrasound Physician2085U0001X
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
680 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mri Scan of Brain Before and After Contrast70553 | 120 | $304 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 113 | $39 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Head With Contrast70496 | 37 | $82 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 34 | $192 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Neck With Contrast70498 | 33 | $79 |
| Ct Scan of Upper Spine Without Contrast72125 | 33 | $46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$58 across 2 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 7211 Wellington Dr Ste 101Knoxville, TN 37919-5968Phone: (865) 588-8005Fax: (865) 588-7716
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-12
- Last updated
- 2026-05-12
- Certified
- 2026-05-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laurence Eckel's NPI number?
- Laurence Eckel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740275296, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laurence Eckel's specialty?
- Laurence Eckel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laurence Eckel located?
- Laurence Eckel's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001.
- What is Laurence Eckel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laurence Eckel is (507) 284-2511.
- Does Laurence Eckel accept Medicare?
- Laurence Eckel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laurence Eckel's NPI active?
- Yes — Laurence Eckel's NPI (1740275296) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.