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Dr. Michael Lai, MD
Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · Ophthalmology Physician · Ophthalmology Physician · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Chevy Chase, MD
- NPI 1962432260
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 99.3 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 650
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 656-8100
fax (301) 652-2957 - Additional location
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7501 Greenway Center Dr, 300
Greenbelt, MD 207703514
(301) 474-4679
fax (301) 474-7182 - Mailing address
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7501 Greenway Center Dr, 300
Greenbelt, MD 207703514
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 9, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207WX0107X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Maryland #D0065946 · Virginia #0101241092 · District of Columbia #MD36645
- Medicaid (2)
- VA #1962432260 · MD #413095201
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1962432260. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
27,295
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$5,326,953
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J2777 |
Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg | 7,260 | 21 | $34 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 4,039 | 1,585 | $146 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 3,977 | 1,636 | $47 | |
J0178 |
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg | 3,178 | 276 | $860 | |
92202 |
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing | 2,696 | 1,230 | $17 | |
J2778 |
Injection, ranibizumab, 0.1 mg | 2,212 | 90 | $236 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 2,155 | 400 | $142 | |
92201 |
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing | 648 | 532 | $28 | |
Q5128 |
Injection, ranibizumab-eqrn (cimerli), biosimilar, 0.1 mg | 647 | 61 | $270 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 201 | 201 | $188 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Chevy Chase Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician, average services per provider: 1,662. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$4,683
Transactions
28
Manufacturers
9
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| EyePoint Pharmaceuticals US, INC. | 6 | $2,045.88 | |
| Apellis Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $1,915.73 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 4 | $168.47 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 4 | $139.28 | |
| Inspire Medical Systems, INC. | 3 | $132.25 | |
| Genentech USA, INC. | 5 | $117.88 | |
| Sight Sciences, INC. | 1 | $103.99 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 1 | $34.06 | |
| Sandoz INC. | 1 | $25.89 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
223
Patients
63
Total drug cost
$36,688
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 40 | 30 | $2,332 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 35 | 14 | $1,453 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 24 | 0 | $493 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 23 | 0 | $383 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 22 | 19 | $394 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $160 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $21,122 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 13 | 0 | $293 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $410 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $4,257 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Lai's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Lai practices Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician in Chevy Chase, MD.
Where does Dr. Michael Lai practice?
Dr. Michael Lai practices at 5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 650, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. Office phone: 3016568100.
What is Dr. Michael Lai's NPI?
Dr. Michael Lai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962432260, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Lai accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Lai accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Lai commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2777); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.