Paul Lee, MD
NPI 1619171428 · Ophthalmology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Lee, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1619171428).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619171428
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G77461 (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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
786 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 | 257 | $99 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 94 | $138 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 90 | $30 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 71 | $179 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 66 | $580 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 66 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 262 | 49 |
| Latanoprost | 242 | 64 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 221 | 155 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 167 | 41 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 99 | 64 |
| Cyclosporine | 99 | 37 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 99 | 71 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$706 across 17 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
- 2007-06-14
- Last updated
- 2020-03-19
- Certified
- 2020-03-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Lee's NPI number?
- Paul Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619171428, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Lee's specialty?
- Paul Lee is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Lee located?
- Paul Lee's practice location on file with NPPES is 4160 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010-3567.
- What is Paul Lee's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Lee is (323) 933-3111.
- Does Paul Lee accept Medicare?
- Paul Lee is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Lee's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Lee's NPI (1619171428) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-03-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.