Michael Lara, M.D.
NPI 1871854505 · Emergency Medicine Physician · Las Cruces, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Lara, M.D. is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in Las Cruces, NM (NPI 1871854505).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871854505
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- NM2017-0114 (NM)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
343 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 168 | $117 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making99283 | 92 | $69 |
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 67 | $170 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making99282 | 16 | $41 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $41–$170 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ibuprofen | 69 | 68 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 48 | 47 |
| Cephalexin | 42 | 42 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 39 | 37 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 29 | 29 |
| Prednisone | 22 | 21 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,248 across 4 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 550 S Wadsworth BlvdSte 410Lakewood, CO 80226-3111Phone: (303) 202-1283Fax: (303) 202-1281
- 2560 Samaritan DrLas Cruces, NM 88001-1170Phone: (800) 421-8274
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-05-29
- Last updated
- 2024-12-23
- Certified
- 2024-12-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Lara's NPI number?
- Michael Lara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871854505, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Lara's specialty?
- Michael Lara is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Lara located?
- Michael Lara's practice location on file with NPPES is 4311 E Lohman Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88011-8255.
- What is Michael Lara's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Lara is (575) 556-6800.
- Does Michael Lara accept Medicare?
- Michael Lara is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Lara's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Lara's NPI (1871854505) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.