Thomas Lam, M.D.
NPI 1699194175 · Dermatology Physician · Puyallup, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Lam, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Puyallup, WA (NPI 1699194175).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699194175
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01075734A (IN)
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
12 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
3,500 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,249 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 461 | $90 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 441 | $51 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 333 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 321 | $128 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 161 | 101 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 136 | 96 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 118 | 89 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 54 | — |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 50 | 34 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 28 | 22 |
| Tacrolimus | 26 | 14 |
| Mupirocin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,700 across 108 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
- 2014-04-10
- Last updated
- 2023-11-22
- Certified
- 2023-11-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Lam's NPI number?
- Thomas Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699194175, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Lam's specialty?
- Thomas Lam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Lam located?
- Thomas Lam's practice location on file with NPPES is 1703 S Meridian Ste 101, Puyallup, WA 98371-7590.
- What is Thomas Lam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Lam is (253) 848-3000.
- Does Thomas Lam accept Medicare?
- Thomas Lam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Lam's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Lam's NPI (1699194175) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.