Thomas Lake, MD
NPI 1003881277 · Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician · Oakhurst, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Colorectal Surgery (proctology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Lake, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician provider in Oakhurst, NJ (NPI 1003881277).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003881277
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Colon & Rectal Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA07084700 (NJ)
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
20 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
1,055 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 265 | $99 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 94 | $60 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Anus Using an Endoscope46600 | 86 | $133 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45378 | 70 | $200 |
| Injection of Agent Into Vein to Assess Blood Flow of Skin Graft Or Flap15860 | 66 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metronidazole | 67 | 62 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 62 | 57 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 26 | 24 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 23 | 15 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 22 | 22 |
| Cholestyramine (with Sugar)brand: Cholestyramine | 19 | 11 |
| Oxycodone Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,007 across 28 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
- 2006-02-21
- Last updated
- 2013-02-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Lake's NPI number?
- Thomas Lake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003881277, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Lake's specialty?
- Thomas Lake is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Lake located?
- Thomas Lake's practice location on file with NPPES is 255 Monmouth Rd, Oakhurst, NJ 07755-1515.
- What is Thomas Lake's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Lake is (732) 531-5445.
- Does Thomas Lake accept Medicare?
- Thomas Lake is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Lake's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Lake's NPI (1003881277) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-02-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.