Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Lee, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Paramount, CA
- NPI 1780761353
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
16415 Colorado Ave Ste 208
Paramount, CA 907235054
(562) 531-0015
fax (562) 531-4856
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 5, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A85452
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780761353. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
782
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$99,445
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 174 | 68 | $139 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 133 | 47 | $98 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 123 | 19 | $83 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 110 | 15 | $311 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 96 | 40 | $8 | |
90962 |
Dialysis services, 1 physician visit per month (20 years or older) | 30 | 12 | $216 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 26 | 21 | $137 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 21 | 15 | $10 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 21 | 21 | $179 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 18 | 18 | $140 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Paramount Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 196. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$27
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $26.52 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,692
Patients
723
Total drug cost
$175,550
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 286 | 124 | $6,237 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 239 | 97 | $2,984 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 220 | 91 | $3,780 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 148 | 62 | $2,318 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 123 | 52 | $1,149 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 84 | 25 | $88,602 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 80 | 38 | $1,138 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 74 | 40 | $1,016 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 74 | 34 | $2,758 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 68 | 32 | $1,450 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Lee's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Lee practices Nephrology Physician in Paramount, CA.
Where does Dr. Richard Lee practice?
Dr. Richard Lee practices at 16415 Colorado Ave Ste 208, Paramount, CA 907235054. Office phone: 5625310015.
What is Dr. Richard Lee's NPI?
Dr. Richard Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780761353, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Lee accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Lee accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Lee commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.