Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Lai, M.D.
Addiction Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1942291406
- Accepts Medicare
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1140 Business Center Dr, Ste 580
Houston, TX 770432737
(713) 467-6200
fax (713) 467-6205
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 19, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LA0401X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #2015263 · Texas #J0055
- Medicaid
- TX #085716101
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942291406. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
254
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$24,956
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 160 | 34 | $79 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 81 | 30 | $125 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 13 | 13 | $169 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Houston Addiction Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician, average services per provider: 84. This provider delivers 3.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$399
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indivior INC. | 10 | $255.65 | |
| Braeburn INC. | 4 | $114.92 | |
| Azurity Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $15.15 | |
| Curonix LLC | 1 | $13.55 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,164
Patients
216
Total drug cost
$28,509
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 229 | 58 | $3,595 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 227 | 52 | $1,872 |
| Buprenorphine-Naloxone (Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hcl) | Brand | 157 | 13 | $10,070 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 107 | 20 | $4,648 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 77 | 14 | $286 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 68 | 22 | $226 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 56 | 11 | $730 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 51 | 12 | $624 |
| Clonidine Hcl | Generic | 47 | 14 | $134 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 28 | 0 | $319 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Lai's medical specialty?
Dr. James Lai practices Addiction Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. James Lai practice?
Dr. James Lai practices at 1140 Business Center Dr, Houston, TX 770432737. Office phone: 7134676200.
What is Dr. James Lai's NPI?
Dr. James Lai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942291406, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Lai accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Lai accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Lai commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.