Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Lai, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Saint Clair Shores, MI
- NPI 1972827871
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.6 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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29000 Little Mack Ave Ste B
Saint Clair Shores, MI 480813018
(586) 774-8811
fax (586) 541-0199
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 15, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #4301114101
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972827871. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
27
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$3,252
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 16 | 16 | $110 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 11 | 11 | $136 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Saint Clair Shores Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 42. This provider delivers 0.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,101
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Encore Medical, Lp | 1 | $1,062.87 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $37.73 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
13
Patients
12
Total drug cost
$37
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 13 | 12 | $37 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Lai's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Lai practices Surgery Physician in Saint Clair Shores, MI.
Where does Dr. Christopher Lai practice?
Dr. Christopher Lai practices at 29000 Little Mack Ave Ste B, Saint Clair Shores, MI 480813018. Office phone: 5867748811.
What is Dr. Christopher Lai's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Lai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972827871, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Lai accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Lai accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Lai commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.