Catherine Lai, M.D., M.P.H.
NPI 1417123969 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Catherine Lai, M.D., M.P.H. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1417123969).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417123969
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., M.P.H.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD476235 (PA)
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
875 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 35 Minutes99232 | 272 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 256 | $146 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 171 | $17 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 58 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 54 | $99 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Acyclovir | 119 | 31 |
| Levofloxacin | 101 | 26 |
| Venetoclaxbrand: Venclexta | 66 | 19 |
| Cefpodoxime Proxetil | 36 | 11 |
| Posaconazole | 20 | 11 |
| Allopurinol | 18 | — |
| Dasatinibbrand: Sprycel | 14 | — |
| Ivosidenibbrand: Tibsovo | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$27,314 across 28 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
- 2008-05-05
- Last updated
- 2022-02-17
- Certified
- 2022-02-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Catherine Lai's NPI number?
- Catherine Lai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417123969, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Catherine Lai's specialty?
- Catherine Lai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Catherine Lai located?
- Catherine Lai's practice location on file with NPPES is 3400 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19104-5127.
- What is Catherine Lai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Catherine Lai is (215) 615-0063.
- Does Catherine Lai accept Medicare?
- Catherine Lai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Catherine Lai's NPI active?
- Yes — Catherine Lai's NPI (1417123969) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.