Eric Lai, M.D.
NPI 1942592522 · Nephrology Physician · Pleasanton, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Lai, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Pleasanton, CA (NPI 1942592522).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942592522
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 143755 (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
15 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
2,165 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 555 | $131 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 313 | $152 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 244 | $400 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 237 | $213 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 149 | $74 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydralazine Hcl | 218 | 57 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 167 | 45 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 161 | 55 |
| Famotidine | 153 | 29 |
| Losartan Potassium | 144 | 41 |
| Lisinopril | 80 | 23 |
| Calcitriol | 72 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,497 across 52 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
- 2011-05-13
- Last updated
- 2017-04-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Lai's NPI number?
- Eric Lai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942592522, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Lai's specialty?
- Eric Lai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eric Lai located?
- Eric Lai's practice location on file with NPPES is 5720 Stoneridge Mall Rd, Pleasanton, CA 94588-2828.
- What is Eric Lai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Lai is (925) 463-1680.
- Does Eric Lai accept Medicare?
- Eric Lai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Lai's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Lai's NPI (1942592522) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.