Katherine Lee, M.D., M.A.
NPI 1265693691 · Dermatology Physician · Laguna Hills, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Katherine Lee, M.D., M.A. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Laguna Hills, CA (NPI 1265693691).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265693691
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., M.A.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A120778 (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
1,899 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 668 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 380 | $104 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 243 | $136 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 190 | $53 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 150 | $146 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 152 | 63 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 70 | 53 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 63 | 32 |
| Hydrocortisone | 57 | 48 |
| Mupirocin | 48 | 33 |
| Metronidazole | 40 | 27 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 38 | 15 |
| Fluorouracil | 31 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,984 across 139 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
- 2008-06-18
- Last updated
- 2014-06-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Katherine Lee's NPI number?
- Katherine Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265693691, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Katherine Lee's specialty?
- Katherine Lee is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Katherine Lee located?
- Katherine Lee's practice location on file with NPPES is 24431 Calle De La Louisa, Laguna Hills, CA 92653-7641.
- What is Katherine Lee's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Katherine Lee is (949) 266-0216.
- Does Katherine Lee accept Medicare?
- Katherine Lee is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Katherine Lee's NPI active?
- Yes — Katherine Lee's NPI (1265693691) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-06-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.