Lazel Augustus, M.D.
NPI 1215008537 · Internal Medicine Physician · Tyler, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lazel Augustus, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Tyler, TX (NPI 1215008537).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215008537
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- L0005 (TX)
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
19 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
4,210 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 1,400 | $113 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 1,047 | $75 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 673 | $109 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 370 | $165 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 172 | $137 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 181 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 594 | 135 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 472 | 77 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 468 | 108 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 437 | 85 |
| Gabapentin | 387 | 116 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 318 | 295 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15 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
- 2006-11-10
- Last updated
- 2018-07-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lazel Augustus's NPI number?
- Lazel Augustus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215008537, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lazel Augustus's specialty?
- Lazel Augustus is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lazel Augustus located?
- Lazel Augustus's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 S Beckham Ave, Tyler, TX 75701.
- What is Lazel Augustus's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lazel Augustus is (903) 363-2295.
- Does Lazel Augustus accept Medicare?
- Lazel Augustus is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lazel Augustus's NPI active?
- Yes — Lazel Augustus's NPI (1215008537) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-07-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.