Michael Lam, MD
NPI 1245207497 · Anesthesiology Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Lam, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1245207497).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245207497
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 82545 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
279 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 76 | $65 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Small and Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00813 | 41 | $75 |
| Injection of Local Anesthetic for Abdominal Wall Pain Control on Both Sides Using Imaging Guidance64488 | 41 | $63 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00811 | 37 | $59 |
| Anesthesia for Exam of Colon Using an Endoscope00812 | 25 | $48 |
| Anesthesia for X-Ray Or Radiation Therapy01922 | 22 | $81 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-07
- Last updated
- 2023-02-23
- Certified
- 2023-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Lam's NPI number?
- Michael Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245207497, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Lam's specialty?
- Michael Lam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Lam located?
- Michael Lam's practice location on file with NPPES is 2525 Desales Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404-1161.
- What is Michael Lam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Lam is (423) 425-2525.
- Does Michael Lam accept Medicare?
- Michael Lam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Lam's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Lam's NPI (1245207497) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.