Lingo Lai, M.D.
NPI 1659692390 · Ophthalmology Physician · Morgantown, WV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lingo Lai, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Morgantown, WV (NPI 1659692390).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659692390
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2014-01556 (NC)
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
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
761 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 288 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 136 | $96 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 67 | $88 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 65 | $29 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 57 | $484 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 32 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 463 | 254 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 205 | 142 |
| Ofloxacin | 183 | 150 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 162 | 45 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 99 | 64 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 90 | 36 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 86 | 30 |
| Cyclosporine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$42 across 1 record (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 (1)
- 1 Amalia DrBuckhannon, WV 26201-2239Phone: (304) 473-2000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-06-17
- Last updated
- 2022-04-12
- Certified
- 2022-04-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lingo Lai's NPI number?
- Lingo Lai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659692390, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lingo Lai's specialty?
- Lingo Lai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lingo Lai located?
- Lingo Lai's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, WV 26505.
- What is Lingo Lai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lingo Lai is (304) 598-6925.
- Does Lingo Lai accept Medicare?
- Lingo Lai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lingo Lai's NPI active?
- Yes — Lingo Lai's NPI (1659692390) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-04-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.