DR. JAMES LEE MD
NPI 1245278498
Surgery in New York, NY

Q: What is James Lee's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Lee is 1245278498. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 2, 2006.

Q: What is James Lee's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Lee was last updated on January 22, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since June 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100/100

CMS Quality Rating

161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 8, NEW YORK, NY 10032(212) 342-1734(212) 342-5754 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 22, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 22, 2026, May 11, 2018, Apr 14, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. James Lee Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES LEE MD (NPI 1245278498) is an individual surgery provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (219239) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with New York-presbyterian Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in New York.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245278498

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES LEECredential: MD

Location Address161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 8New York, NY 10032-3729

Mailing Address161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 8New York, NY 10032-3729 · (212) 305-0444 · Fax (212) 305-0445

Phone(212) 342-1734

Fax(212) 342-5754

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSColumbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 1999

Enumeration DateJune 2, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 22, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 22, 2026

✔ NPI 1245278498 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in NY · 219239✔ Licensed in CA · A90815

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 8, New York, NY 10032

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 8New York, NY 10032-3729 · Phone (212) 342-1734 · Fax (212) 342-5754

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid02768894NY

OtherP01041206NY · Rail Road Medicare

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

Dr. James Lee 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 ID8325081854

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070604000588, I20190228000314

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 8

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 moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

113 services113 patients

Ultrasonic guidance during surgery 76998

Ultrasonic guidance during surgery is a technique that uses sound waves to create real-time images of the inside of your body. This helps the surgeon navigate and perform procedures more accurately, reducing the risk of complications. It's like a GPS for your body's internal structures.

112 services112 patients

Insertion of tube into vein with collection of blood sample 36500

This procedure involves placing a small tube into a vein, commonly in the arm, to collect a blood sample. The process is quick and typically causes minor discomfort. The blood sample is then checked in a lab to help diagnose health conditions.

87 services87 patients

Removal or exploration of parathyroid glands 60500

The procedure for removal or exploration of parathyroid glands involves a surgeon making a small incision in the neck to locate and remove one or more of the tiny parathyroid glands. These glands control calcium levels in the body. This procedure helps treat conditions like hyperparathyroidism.

82 services82 patients

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.

27 services27 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330101

Location525 East 68th StreetNew York, NY 10065 · New York County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10032 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

$102.04 typical visit price

range $65.69 – $198.19

Typical copayment $25.51 (range $16.42 – $49.54)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$81.44 typical visit price

range $21.20 – $160.66

Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)

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.

100/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

86.8

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Perioperative Care: Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) Prophylaxis (When Indicated in ALL Patients)

Percentage of surgical patients aged 18 years and older undergoing procedures for which venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis is indicated in all patients, who had an order for Low Molecular Weight Heparin (LMWH), Low- Dose Unfractionated Heparin (LDUH)…

100%67 patients

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

100%54 patients5/55-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.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

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