CHRISTOPHER LAM MD
NPI 1013443282
Internal Medicine in Saint Paul, MN

Active since May 10, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1390 UNIVERSITY AVE W, SAINT PAUL, MN 55104(651) 232-4800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 30, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 7, 2025, Mar 31, 2025, Sep 17, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Christopher Lam Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CHRISTOPHER LAM MD (NPI 1013443282) is an individual internal medicine provider in Saint Paul, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (78415) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in San Antonio.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013443282
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER LAMCredential: MD
Location Address1390 UNIVERSITY AVE WSaint Paul, MN 55104-4001
Mailing Address1700 University Ave W Fl 6Saint Paul, MN 55104-3727
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 30, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 30, 2025
NPI 1013443282 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in MN · 78415
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License S0932 (TX)
1390 UNIVERSITY AVE W, Saint Paul, MN 55104

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 14502 Medical DrSan Antonio, TX 78229-4402 · Phone (210) 567-0777

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher Lam Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9032488796
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250514001446
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
112 services38 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
60 services31 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
29 services29 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
23 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Edina, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240078
Location6401 France Avenue SouthEdina, MN 55435 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview St John's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Maplewood, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240210
Location1575 Beam AvenueMaplewood, MN 55109 · Ramsey County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Woodbury, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240213
Location1925 Woodwinds DriveWoodbury, MN 55125 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55104 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 17

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Physical Therapist
1390 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Physical Therapist
1390 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Physical Therapist
1390 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Pharmacist
1390 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Clinic/Center
1390 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Physical Therapist
1390 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1390 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1390 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Christopher Lam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Lam is 1013443282. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2017.

Where is Christopher Lam located?

Christopher Lam practices at 1390 University Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55104. The listed phone number is (651) 232-4800.

What is Christopher Lam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Christopher Lam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Lam is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Christopher Lam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Lam is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, M Health Fairview St John's Hospital and M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Lam was last updated on October 30, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.