Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. David Lai, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Tacoma, WA
- NPI 1265528889
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1901 S Union Ave
Tacoma, WA 984051702
(253) 588-7911
fax (253) 984-6774 - Mailing address
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Po Box 97115
Lakewood, WA 984970115
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD00036171
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1265528889. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
40
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$2,395
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
64447 |
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) | 27 | 27 | $56 | |
64415 |
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) | 13 | 13 | $68 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 29 peers in Tacoma Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 29. This provider delivers 1.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$51
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 1 | $29.57 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $21.23 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David Lai's medical specialty?
Dr. David Lai practices Anesthesiology Physician in Tacoma, WA.
Where does Dr. David Lai practice?
Dr. David Lai practices at 1901 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 984051702. Office phone: 2535887911.
What is Dr. David Lai's NPI?
Dr. David Lai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265528889, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David Lai accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David Lai accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David Lai commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) (HCPCS 64447); Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) (HCPCS 64415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.