Edward Lai, M.D.
NPI 1255481701 · Ophthalmology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Lai, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1255481701).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255481701
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 237433 (NY)
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 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
2,482 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,196 | $147 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 323 | $104 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 303 | $174 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 218 | $637 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 206 | $43 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 140 | $55 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 315 | 192 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 302 | 200 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 294 | 191 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 184 | 61 |
| Cyclosporine | 105 | 38 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 67 | 30 |
| Perfluorohexyloctane/Pfbrand: Miebo | 46 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16 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
- 2007-01-10
- Last updated
- 2024-05-24
- Certified
- 2024-05-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Lai's NPI number?
- Edward Lai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255481701, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Lai's specialty?
- Edward Lai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Lai located?
- Edward Lai's practice location on file with NPPES is 1305 York Ave, New York, NY 10021-5663.
- What is Edward Lai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Lai is (646) 962-2020.
- Does Edward Lai accept Medicare?
- Edward Lai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Lai's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Lai's NPI (1255481701) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.