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Dr. Kirk Torgle Ecklund , MD

Dermatology - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery • Yakima, WA

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Kirk Ecklund, MD is a certified Dermatology - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery practicing in Yakima, WA. With approximately 42 years of clinical experience since graduating from Oregon Health Sciences University School Of Medicine in 1984, Dr. Ecklund delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 3911 CASTLEVALE RD.

Dr. Ecklund is affiliated with Yakima Valley Dermatology Inc Ps and does not directly accept Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks, complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm, removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

3911 Castlevale Rd
Ste 301

Yakima, WA 989027807

Telephone 5099651714
Fax 5099651714
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Oregon Health Sciences University School Of Medicine

Graduation Year

1984

Medicare Assignment

Not Specified

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Dermatology - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery in Yakima, WA

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
42 Yrs Matches City Avg
City Avg: 42.0 Yrs
State Avg: 21.8 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
1 Specialists

Practicing in Yakima, WA (46 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
45.4% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Ecklund (42 Years) 42 Yrs
Yakima Specialty Average (42.0 Years) 42.0 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
17311 Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks
192 170 $1041.49 $637.97
13132 Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm
113 102 $710.75 $238.19
17312 Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks
85 70 $640.54 $410.39
17261 Destruction of cancer skin growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 0.6-1.0 cm
67 58 $225.00 $135.83
17262 Destruction of cancer skin growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm
54 51 $267.18 $172.45
12032 Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm
33 33 $489.40 $301.75
13121 Repair of wound (2.6 to 7.5 centimeters) of scalp, arms, and/or legs
32 32 $622.25 $289.50
17281 Destruction of malignant growth (0.6 to 1.0 centimeters) of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth
32 31 $281.54 $167.35
11602 Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm
23 23 $381.11 $121.84
13152 Complicated repair of wound of eyelids, nose, ears, or lip, 2.6-7.5 cm
22 20 $777.82 $266.90
17271 Destruction of cancer skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 0.6-1.0 cm
21 21 $275.92 $157.35
17282 Destruction of cancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 1.1-2.0 cm
18 16 $255.88 $191.30
17272 Destruction of cancer skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1.1-2.0 cm
16 16 $264.85 $180.74
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
16 14 $109.03 $88.89
11402 Removal of noncancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm
16 16 $263.79 $96.08
14060 Repair of wound of eyelids, nose, ears, or lips by transferring skin, 10.0 sq cm or less
13 13 $1381.72 $758.39
15002 Preparation of graft site at trunk, arms, or legs (first 100 sq cm or 1% body area infants and children)
11 11 $376.36 $335.61
99212 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more
11 11 $73.07 $55.97

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2021-03-16
Dermatology - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207ND0101X

State License WA MD00032475

The highly-trained surgeons that perform Mohs Micrographic Surgery are specialists both in dermatology and pathology. With their extensive knowledge of the skin and unique pathological skills, they are able to remove only diseased tissue, preserving healthy tissue and minimizing the cosmetic impact of the surgery. Mohs surgeons who belong to the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed a minimum of one year of fellowship training at one of the ACMS-approved training centers in the U.S.

Dermatology

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207N00000X

State License WA MD00032475

A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.

Additional State Medicaid & Healthcare Payer Identifiers

Medicaid State Provider ID
B178956 (WA)

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Yakima Valley Dermatology Inc Ps

3911 Castlevale Rd, Yakima, WA 989027807

Phone: 5099667899

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

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

7 Associated Practitioners
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Physician Assistant

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Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

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Physician Assistant

Career & Practice History Timeline

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

12 Historical Events
NPI Profile Active April 20, 2017

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location April 20, 2017

Registered at 3911 CASTLEVALE RD, STE 301, YAKIMA, WA 989027807 (Tel: 5099651714)

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Updated Business Mailing Address April 20, 2017

Registered at 3911 CASTLEVALE RD, STE 301, YAKIMA, WA 989027807 (Tel: 5099667899)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated April 20, 2017

Recorded as KIRK ECKLUND, MD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) April 20, 2017

Dermatology (License #MD00032475 in WA)

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Updated Business Mailing Address March 06, 2017

Registered at 3911 CASTLEVALE RD, STE 301, YAKIMA, WA 989027807 (Tel: 5099667899)

NPI Profile Active July 08, 2007

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location July 08, 2007

Registered at 506 N 40TH AVE, SUITE 201, YAKIMA, WA 98908 (Tel: 5099667899)

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Updated Business Mailing Address July 08, 2007

Registered at 506 N 40TH AVE, SUITE 201, YAKIMA, WA 98908 (Tel: 5099667899)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated July 08, 2007

Recorded as KIRK ECKLUND, MD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) July 08, 2007

Dermatology (License #MD00032475 in WA)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration August 31, 2006

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1154432904
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: August 31, 2006
Last Update: March 16, 2021
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

3911 Castlevale Rd, Ste 301

Yakima, WA 989027807

Phone: 5099667899

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