Edward Lee, M.D.
NPI 1194924381 · Anesthesiology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Lee, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1194924381).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194924381
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A91810 (CA)
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
18 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
278 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal62322 | 67 | $80 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Agent And/Or Steroid Into Thigh Nerve (femoral Nerve)64447 | 47 | $34 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure for Total Knee Joint Replacement01402 | 46 | $330 |
| Anesthesia for Total Hip Replacement01214 | 26 | $345 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure Or Exam of Knee Joint Using an Endoscope01400 | 26 | $173 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 17 | $146 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$31 across 1 record (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
- 2007-07-17
- Last updated
- 2015-07-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Lee's NPI number?
- Edward Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194924381, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Lee's specialty?
- Edward Lee is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Lee located?
- Edward Lee's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90502-2004.
- What is Edward Lee's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Lee is (310) 222-3477.
- Does Edward Lee accept Medicare?
- Edward Lee is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Lee's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Lee's NPI (1194924381) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-07-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.