Edward Lee, MD
NPI 1487866588 · Ophthalmology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Lee, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1487866588).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487866588
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 49176 (MN)
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
2,666 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 1,037 | $95 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 339 | $42 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 176 | $36 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 162 | $68 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 157 | $165 |
| Measurement of Retinal and Optic Nerve Function92273 | 128 | $138 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 2,987 | 845 |
| Latanoprost | 2,305 | 613 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 2,007 | 1,012 |
| Cyclosporine | 1,169 | 472 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 1,088 | 228 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 967 | 221 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 768 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,706 across 77 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
- 2007-05-03
- Last updated
- 2022-01-06
- Certified
- 2022-01-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Lee's NPI number?
- Edward Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487866588, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Lee's specialty?
- Edward Lee is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Lee located?
- Edward Lee's practice location on file with NPPES is 3055 Wilshire Blvd Ste 100, Los Angeles, CA 90010-1119.
- What is Edward Lee's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Lee is (213) 484-1000.
- Does Edward Lee accept Medicare?
- Edward Lee is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Lee's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Lee's NPI (1487866588) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.