Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Eugene Lam, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · La Quinta, CA
- NPI 1043257769
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.9 / 100 · 2023
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
47647 Caleo Bay Dr Ste 210
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 771-1000
fax (760) 771-9001 - Additional location
-
2001 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 360W
Santa Monica, CA 904042102
(310) 453-1871
fax (310) 453-3910
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 13, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A83230
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1043257769. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
399
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$42,963
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 74 | 74 | $143 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 73 | 53 | $105 | |
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 73 | 71 | $6 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 50 | 49 | $71 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 44 | 42 | $244 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 37 | 35 | $101 | |
45381 |
Injection beneath lining of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 13 | 13 | $16 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 13 | 13 | $190 | |
43249 |
Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | 11 | 11 | $137 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 11 | 11 | $190 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in La Quinta Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 39. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$17
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympus America INC. | 1 | $16.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
809
Patients
325
Total drug cost
$168,975
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 230 | 51 | $2,469 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 86 | 31 | $953 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 85 | 81 | $1,730 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 76 | 14 | $90,072 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 66 | 19 | $1,213 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 50 | 15 | $15,475 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 43 | 41 | $3,570 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 30 | 28 | $1,050 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 27 | 27 | $543 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 26 | 0 | $684 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Eugene Lam's medical specialty?
Dr. Eugene Lam practices Gastroenterology Physician in La Quinta, CA.
Where does Dr. Eugene Lam practice?
Dr. Eugene Lam practices at 47647 Caleo Bay Dr Ste 210, La Quinta, CA 92253. Office phone: 7607711000.
What is Dr. Eugene Lam's NPI?
Dr. Eugene Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043257769, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Eugene Lam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Eugene Lam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Eugene Lam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.