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Active NPI 1578510079 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Robert Williams Bechtel , MD

Emergency Medicine • Norton, VA

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Robert Bechtel, MD is a certified Emergency Medicine practicing in Norton, VA. With approximately 40 years of clinical experience since graduating from Emory University School Of Medicine in 1986, Dr. Bechtel delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 100 FIFTEENTH STREET NW.

Dr. Bechtel is affiliated with Tri-Cities Regional Emergency Physicians, Pc and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making, emergency department visit for life threatening or functioning severity, routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

100 Fifteenth Street Nw
Norton Community Hospital

Norton, VA 24273

Telephone 2766799600
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Emory University School Of Medicine

Graduation Year

1986

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Emergency Medicine in Norton, VA

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
40 Yrs +7.0 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 33.0 Yrs
State Avg: 21.3 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
4 Specialists

Practicing in Norton, VA (1769 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
92.7% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Bechtel (40 Years) 40 Yrs
Norton Specialty Average (33.0 Years) 33.0 Yrs

Performed Procedures & Service Volume

Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner

CMS Official Data (2024)
Reporting Year:
HCPCS Code & Description Services Patients Submitted Charge Medicare Allowed
99284 Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making
23 22 $1487.00 $111.76
99285 Emergency department visit for life threatening or functioning severity
14 14 $2194.00 $158.30
93010 Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only
11 11 $109.00 $7.55

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

Emergency Medicine Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207P00000X

State License TN MD021356

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

Emergency Medicine

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207P00000X

State License TN 21356

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

Internal Medicine

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207R00000X

State License TN 21356

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Emergency Medicine

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207P00000X

State License VA 0101048181

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

Internal Medicine

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207R00000X

State License TN MD021356

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Internal Medicine

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207R00000X

State License VA 0101048181

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Additional State Medicaid & Healthcare Payer Identifiers

Medicaid State Provider ID
3066137 (TN)
Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Blue Shield Of Tennessee
0187582 (TN)

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Tri-Cities Regional Emergency Physicians, Pc

1519 Main St, Sneedville, TN 378693657

Phone: 4237875000

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

6 Associated Practitioners
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Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)

Valerie Bruce , CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Dr. Donald Roberts , MD

Internal Medicine

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Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Dr. Michael Bess , DO

Emergency Medicine

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Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)

Dr. David Nauss , MD

Anesthesiology

NPI 1881661965

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Brandon Blanton , CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

NPI 1942392287

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

6 Historical Events
NPI Profile Active March 14, 2011

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location March 14, 2011

Registered at 100 FIFTEENTH STREET NW, NORTON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, NORTON, VA 24273 (Tel: 2766799600)

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Updated Business Mailing Address March 14, 2011

Registered at 170 FRANK HILBERT ROAD, JONESBOROUGH, TN 37659

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated March 14, 2011

Recorded as ROBERT BECHTEL, MD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) March 14, 2011

Emergency Medicine (License #MD021356 in TN)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration May 28, 2006

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1578510079
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: May 28, 2006
Last Update: March 14, 2011
Sole Proprietor: Yes

Mailing Address

170 Frank Hilbert Road

Jonesborough, TN 37659

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

This directory listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or physician endorsement. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 immediately.