Jose Lira, M.D.
NPI 1356319446 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Chula Vista, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jose Lira, M.D. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Chula Vista, CA (NPI 1356319446).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356319446
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A33913 (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
20 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
1,583 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,276 | $131 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 55 | $34 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 53 | $94 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration94060 | 47 | $42 |
| Test to Examine How Well the Lungs Exchange Gases94729 | 46 | $61 |
| Test to Determine Lung Volumes Using Gas Dilution Or Washout94727 | 38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 67 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 763 | 204 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 405 | 145 |
| Fluticasone/Vilanterolbrand: Breo Ellipta | 258 | 65 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 206 | 59 |
| Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Trbrand: Anoro Ellipta | 140 | 34 |
| Losartan Potassium | 133 | 45 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,044 across 142 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
- 2006-03-14
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jose Lira's NPI number?
- Jose Lira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356319446, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jose Lira's specialty?
- Jose Lira is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jose Lira located?
- Jose Lira's practice location on file with NPPES is 841 Kuhn Dr, Chula Vista, CA 91914-3552.
- What is Jose Lira's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jose Lira is (619) 482-7301.
- Does Jose Lira accept Medicare?
- Jose Lira is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jose Lira's NPI active?
- Yes — Jose Lira's NPI (1356319446) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.