TUAN T. LAM M.D.
NPI 1124290713
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Fountain Valley, CA

Active since March 24, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
18035 BROOKHURST ST STE 1300, FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708(657) 241-9440 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 8, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: May 8, 2026, Apr 23, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Tuan T. Lam M.d. NPPES

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

TUAN T. LAM M.D. (NPI 1124290713) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Fountain Valley, California, licensed in California (A69720) and active in the NPI registry since March 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Midland, and maintains a secondary practice location in Midland.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124290713
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameTUAN T. LAMCredential: M.D.
Location Address18035 BROOKHURST ST STE 1300Fountain Valley, CA 92708-6738
Mailing Address10152 Cowan Heights DrSanta Ana, CA 92705-1597 · (714) 824-9662
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSJohns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateMarch 24, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMay 8, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 8, 2026
NPI 1124290713 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses Licensed in CA · A69720 Licensed in VA · 0101102688
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
18035 BROOKHURST ST STE 1300, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12660 W Sugnet RdMidland, MI 48640-2647 · Phone (998) 979-4520

Accepted Insurance

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

Tuan T. Lam M.d. 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 ID1456409929
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090512000032, I20241001003581
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 7

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
35 services35 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
25 services25 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
24 services24 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
22 services13 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
19 services19 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mymichigan Medical Center Midland

Acute Care Hospitals · Midland, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230222
Location4000 Wellness DriveMidland, MI 48670 · Midland County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92708 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
$187.60 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $46.90 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Patient Centered Surgical Risk Assessment and Communication for Cardiac Surgery
Percentage of patients age 18 and older undergoing a non-emergency risk modeled cardiac surgery procedure that had personalized risk assessment using the STS risk calculator and discussed those risks with the surgeon.
51%57 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
99%72 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

Physician Assistant (Surgical)
18035 BROOKHURST ST STE 1300
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
18035 BROOKHURST ST STE 1300
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
18035 BROOKHURST ST STE 1300
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
18035 BROOKHURST ST STE 1300
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708

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 Tuan Lam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tuan Lam is 1124290713. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 24, 2008.

Where is Tuan Lam located?

Tuan Lam practices at 18035 Brookhurst St Ste 1300, Fountain Valley, CA 92708. The listed phone number is (657) 241-9440.

What is Tuan Lam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Tuan Lam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tuan 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.

What insurance does Tuan Lam accept?

Health plans from Avera Health Plans, Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Medica and Oscar Insurance Company and 2 other insurers list Tuan Lam as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Tuan Lam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Tuan Lam is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Midland.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Tuan Lam was last updated on May 8, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.