Herbert Lee, MD
NPI 1740206689 · Gastroenterology Physician · Irvine, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Herbert Lee, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Irvine, CA (NPI 1740206689).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740206689
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A41465 (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
1,974 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 | 1,273 | $97 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 159 | $137 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Abdomen76700 | 156 | $130 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan Behind Abdominal Cavity76770 | 155 | $121 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 114 | $121 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 392 | 116 |
| Famotidine | 87 | 40 |
| Sucralfate | 66 | 42 |
| Tenofovir Alafenamidebrand: Vemlidy | 59 | — |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 50 | 23 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 48 | 43 |
| Rabeprazole Sodium | 48 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$23,066 across 55 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
- 2006-07-14
- Last updated
- 2013-02-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Herbert Lee's NPI number?
- Herbert Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740206689, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Herbert Lee's specialty?
- Herbert Lee is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Herbert Lee located?
- Herbert Lee's practice location on file with NPPES is 113 Waterworks Way, Irvine, CA 92618-3167.
- What is Herbert Lee's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Herbert Lee is (949) 552-9628.
- Does Herbert Lee accept Medicare?
- Herbert Lee is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Herbert Lee's NPI active?
- Yes — Herbert Lee's NPI (1740206689) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-02-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.