James Lam, MD
NPI 1598762536 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Slidell, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Lam, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Slidell, LA (NPI 1598762536).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598762536
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.06743R (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 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
2,810 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 1,519 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 306 | $132 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 223 | $63 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 122 | $165 |
| Heart Muscle Strain Imaging93356 | 109 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 52 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 680 | 221 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 458 | 154 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 427 | 108 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 394 | 90 |
| Spironolactone | 306 | 105 |
| Ezetimibe | 293 | 94 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-06
- Last updated
- 2017-05-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Lam's NPI number?
- James Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598762536, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Lam's specialty?
- James Lam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Lam located?
- James Lam's practice location on file with NPPES is 1850 Gause Blvd E, Slidell, LA 70461-5442.
- What is James Lam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Lam is (985) 639-3777.
- Does James Lam accept Medicare?
- James Lam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Lam's NPI active?
- Yes — James Lam's NPI (1598762536) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-05-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.