Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Andrew Lafree, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1639437809
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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200 W Arbor Dr, #8819
San Diego, CA 921039000
(619) 831-9501
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 28, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A122523
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1639437809. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
593
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$80,166
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 231 | 224 | $173 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 127 | 123 | $120 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 80 | 75 | $79 | |
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 51 | 45 | $133 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 30 | 30 | $212 | |
99347 |
Residence visit for established patient with straightforward medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 29 | 27 | $47 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 16 | 16 | $8 | |
99350 |
Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes | 15 | 14 | $194 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 14 | 13 | $71 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 130 peers in San Diego Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 67. This provider delivers 8.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$312
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceribell, INC. | 2 | $292.21 | |
| Philips North America LLC | 1 | $20.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
107
Patients
106
Total drug cost
$589
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 30 | 30 | $97 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 26 | 25 | $210 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 17 | 17 | $92 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 12 | 12 | $24 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $61 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $106 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Andrew Lafree's medical specialty?
Dr. Andrew Lafree practices Emergency Medicine Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Andrew Lafree practice?
Dr. Andrew Lafree practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 921039000. Office phone: 6198319501.
What is Dr. Andrew Lafree's NPI?
Dr. Andrew Lafree's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639437809, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Andrew Lafree accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Andrew Lafree accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Andrew Lafree commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99348). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.