Ian Lam, MD
NPI 1518169580 · Nephrology Physician · Mountain View, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ian Lam, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Mountain View, CA (NPI 1518169580).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518169580
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A77204 (CA)
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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,496 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 620 | $155 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 396 | $133 |
| Dialysis Services, 1 Physician Visit Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90962 | 118 | $237 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 111 | $336 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 89 | $217 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 354 | 95 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 289 | 95 |
| Losartan Potassium | 282 | 81 |
| Furosemide | 230 | 69 |
| Lisinopril | 159 | 43 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 132 | 42 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 91 | 31 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-01
- Last updated
- 2011-12-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ian Lam's NPI number?
- Ian Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518169580, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ian Lam's specialty?
- Ian Lam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ian Lam located?
- Ian Lam's practice location on file with NPPES is 701 E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040-2833.
- What is Ian Lam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ian Lam is (650) 934-7400.
- Does Ian Lam accept Medicare?
- Ian Lam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ian Lam's NPI active?
- Yes — Ian Lam's NPI (1518169580) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-12-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.