Brian Lee, MD
NPI 1558457556 · Nephrology Physician · Lynwood, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Lee, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Lynwood, CA (NPI 1558457556).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558457556
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A86438 (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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,615 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 | 1,318 | $81 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 383 | $73 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 198 | $179 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 126 | $308 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 101 | $369 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 75 | $101 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 127 | 44 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 63 | 27 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 62 | 18 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 43 | 17 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 42 | 12 |
| Furosemide | 41 | 15 |
| Lisinopril | 39 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,860 across 18 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 18785 Brookhurst St Ste 200Fountain Valley, CA 92708-7300Phone: (714) 367-4275
- 11180 Warner Ave Ste 353Fountain Valley, CA 92708-7516Phone: (714) 367-4275Fax: (310) 763-7573
- 31001 Rancho Viejo Rd Ste 100aSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-8704Phone: (714) 367-4275
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-05
- Last updated
- 2022-06-21
- Certified
- 2022-06-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Lee's NPI number?
- Brian Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558457556, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Lee's specialty?
- Brian Lee is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Lee located?
- Brian Lee's practice location on file with NPPES is 3625 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Lynwood, CA 90262-3509.
- What is Brian Lee's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Lee is (310) 763-7504.
- Does Brian Lee accept Medicare?
- Brian Lee is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Lee's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Lee's NPI (1558457556) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.