Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Lai, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Brawley, CA
- NPI 1508905159
- MIPS 45.5 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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196 W Legion RD
Brawley, CA 922277713
(209) 956-7725
fax (760) 344-4309 - Additional location
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1441 W State St
El Centro, CA 922432800
fax (760) 336-2076 - Additional location
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751 W Legion RD Ste 103
Brawley, CA 922277754
fax (760) 351-4101
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 24, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A66701
- Medicaid
- CA #00A667010
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1508905159. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,476
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$566,703
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,442 | 516 | $130 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 1,088 | 365 | $103 | |
J7321 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 721 | 168 | $73 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 443 | 317 | $92 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 414 | 257 | $12 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 321 | 321 | $169 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 236 | 220 | $10 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 113 | 113 | $114 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 87 | 77 | $10 | |
76881 |
Complete ultrasound scan of joint | 62 | 55 | $55 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Brawley Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 182. This provider delivers 30× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,319
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 10 | $2,093.44 | |
| Encore Medical, Lp | 2 | $173.23 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $52.11 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
545
Patients
429
Total drug cost
$9,806
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 179 | 122 | $2,538 |
| Cefpodoxime Proxetil | Generic | 98 | 95 | $4,324 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 87 | 82 | $1,088 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 70 | 63 | $1,058 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 32 | 23 | $174 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 24 | 19 | $178 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 15 | 13 | $90 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 15 | 0 | $70 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 14 | 12 | $130 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 11 | 0 | $156 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Lai's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Lai practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Brawley, CA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Lai practice?
Dr. Christopher Lai practices at 196 W Legion RD, Brawley, CA 922277713. Office phone: 2099567725.
What is Dr. Christopher Lai's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Lai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508905159, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Lai accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Christopher Lai does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Lai commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance (HCPCS 20611); Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose (HCPCS J7321). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.