Lauren Choi, M.D.
NPI 1699736132 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Long Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lauren Choi, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Long Beach, CA (NPI 1699736132).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699736132
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A78003 (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
20 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
1,348 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 577 | $138 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 240 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 199 | $194 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 136 | $16 |
| Continuous Monitoring of Blood Sugar Level in Tissue Fluid Using Sensor Under Skin With Interpretation and Report95251 | 86 | $36 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 56 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 591 | 161 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 454 | 140 |
| Levothyroxine Sodiumbrand: Synthroid | 338 | 90 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 277 | 51 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 254 | 76 |
| Pen Needle, Diabeticbrand: Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle | 201 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,201 across 71 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
- 2006-03-31
- Last updated
- 2012-11-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lauren Choi's NPI number?
- Lauren Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699736132, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lauren Choi's specialty?
- Lauren Choi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lauren Choi located?
- Lauren Choi's practice location on file with NPPES is 2699 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806-2710.
- What is Lauren Choi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lauren Choi is (562) 426-3333.
- Does Lauren Choi accept Medicare?
- Lauren Choi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lauren Choi's NPI active?
- Yes — Lauren Choi's NPI (1699736132) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-11-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.