Christopher Lee, MD
NPI 1629257035 · Gastroenterology Physician · Newport Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Lee, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Newport Beach, CA (NPI 1629257035).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629257035
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A95761 (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 tenure25% of score
18 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
1,549 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 374 | $177 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 265 | $78 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 209 | $254 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 205 | $137 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 147 | $90 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 298 | 90 |
| Omeprazole | 265 | 79 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 67 | 13 |
| Mesalamine | 64 | — |
| Sucralfate | 52 | 21 |
| Budesonidebrand: Budesonide Ec | 37 | 14 |
| Famotidine | 22 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,611 across 84 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
- 2007-11-01
- Last updated
- 2023-09-22
- Certified
- 2023-09-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Lee's NPI number?
- Christopher Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629257035, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Lee's specialty?
- Christopher Lee is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Lee located?
- Christopher Lee's practice location on file with NPPES is 520 Superior Ave Ste 290, Newport Beach, CA 92663-3667.
- What is Christopher Lee's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Lee is (949) 645-6244.
- Does Christopher Lee accept Medicare?
- Christopher Lee is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Lee's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Lee's NPI (1629257035) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.