Kenneth W Eckmann, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Kenneth W Eckmann is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Silver Spring, MD with over 45 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 45 years in psychiatry & neurology, Kenneth W Eckmann, MD is a long-established neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist in Silver Spring. Trained at Harvard Medical School (class of 1981), he has been practicing for over 45 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 81.68/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Federal MIPS score higher than 64% of MIPS-scored doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1733dNPPES updated 2021-08-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maryland Board of Physicians
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10750 Columbia Pike Ste 600, Silver Spring, MD 20901-4459
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Maryland, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202381.68/100
Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MarylandHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.43%
Maryland avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.7 pts)
1.43% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
916
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
186
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
906
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $276k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.5k received from industry
166 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Kenneth W Eckmann's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1981
Harvard Medical School
Board certified · Aug 23, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Harvard Medical School (Class of 1981)
Mailing address
8555 16th St Suite 310, Silver Spring, MD 20910-2816
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Kenneth W Eckmann
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kenneth W Eckmann for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Silver Spring required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kenneth W Eckmann
Dr. Eckmann is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Silver Spring, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (301) 562-7200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kenneth W Eckmann
Practice Location
10750 Columbia Pike Ste 600, Silver Spring, MD 20901-4459
Mailing Address
8555 16th St Suite 310, Silver Spring, MD 20910-2816
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