Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Lara, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Emergency Medicine Physician · Emergency Medicine Physician · Emergency Medicine Physician · Las Cruces, NM
- NPI 1871854505
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 72.8 / 100 · 2023
- 14 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 4 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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4311 E Lohman Ave
Las Cruces, NM 880118255
(575) 556-6800 - Additional location
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550 S Wadsworth Blvd, Ste 410
Lakewood, CO 802263111
(303) 202-1283
fax (303) 202-1281 - Additional location
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2560 Samaritan Dr
Las Cruces, NM 880011170
(800) 421-8274 - Mailing address
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3025 McDowell RD
Las Cruces, NM 880056404
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 23, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (5)
- Texas #R0606 · New Mexico #NM2017-0114 · New Mexico #MD2017-0114 · North Carolina #183280 · Colorado #DR.055100
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1871854505. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
650
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$72,297
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 222 | 214 | $174 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 204 | 198 | $119 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 124 | 105 | $8 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 64 | 62 | $71 | |
99282 |
Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making | 21 | 19 | $40 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 15 | 15 | $208 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Las Cruces Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 86. This provider delivers 7.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,248
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intuitive Surgical, INC. | 4 | $1,247.59 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
359
Patients
353
Total drug cost
$2,798
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 96 | 94 | $468 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 47 | 46 | $319 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 37 | 37 | $200 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 31 | 30 | $69 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | Generic | 24 | 24 | $83 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 24 | 23 | $50 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 19 | 19 | $110 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 19 | 19 | $521 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 18 | 18 | $158 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 16 | 16 | $181 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Lara's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Lara practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Las Cruces, NM.
Where does Dr. Michael Lara practice?
Dr. Michael Lara practices at 4311 E Lohman Ave, Las Cruces, NM 880118255. Office phone: 5755566800.
What is Dr. Michael Lara's NPI?
Dr. Michael Lara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871854505, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Lara accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Lara accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Lara 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); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.