Thomas Lee, M.D.
NPI 1609842079 · Internal Medicine Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Lee, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1609842079).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609842079
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A64595 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydralazine Hcl | 28 | 20 |
| Lactulose | 28 | 21 |
| Cefdinir | 26 | 26 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 21 | 13 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 21 | 21 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 17 | 15 |
| Furosemide | 17 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$122 across 4 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
- 2006-02-27
- Last updated
- 2026-01-22
- Certified
- 2026-01-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Lee's NPI number?
- Thomas Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609842079, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Lee's specialty?
- Thomas Lee is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Lee located?
- Thomas Lee's practice location on file with NPPES is 3330 Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505-5002.
- What is Thomas Lee's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Lee is (310) 784-8770.
- Does Thomas Lee accept Medicare?
- Thomas Lee is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Lee's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Lee's NPI (1609842079) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.