CHAO-MING LAI RN, ANP
NPI 1265603252
Nurse Practitioner in Houston, TX

Active since March 18, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 792-6161 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 18, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Chao-ming Lai Rn, Anp NPPES

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

CHAO-MING LAI RN, ANP (NPI 1265603252) is an individual nurse practitioner in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (643681) and active in the NPI registry since March 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265603252
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameCHAO-MING LAICredential: RN, ANP
Location Address1515 HOLCOMBE BLVDHouston, TX 77030-4000
Mailing AddressPo Box 4439Houston, TX 77210-4439 · (713) 792-2991
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateMarch 18, 2008
NPI 1265603252 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License Licensed in TX · 643681
Definition

(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, Houston, TX 77030

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

Chao-ming Lai Rn, Anp 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 ID9436214616
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090223000570
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 6

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.

Biopsy and aspiration of bone marrow sample for diagnosis 38222
A bone marrow biopsy and aspiration is a procedure where a small amount of bone marrow is removed for testing. It involves inserting a needle into a bone, typically the hip, to collect a sample. It can help diagnose various diseases and monitor treatment effectiveness.
144 services129 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.
51 services47 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
23 services21 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
16 services14 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
14 services12 patients
Aspiration of bone marrow sample for diagnosis 38220
Bone marrow aspiration is a procedure where a small amount of bone marrow is extracted for testing. This is done by inserting a needle into a large bone, often the hip, and drawing out marrow. It helps diagnose various blood disorders and cancers.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$102.71 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

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.

81.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.25
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost49.97

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 19

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

Ophthalmology
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Clinical Neuropsychologist
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, MD ANDERSON DEPT OF NEURO-ONCOLOGY BOX 431
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, UNIT 426
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Urology
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030

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 Chao-ming Lai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chao-ming Lai is 1265603252. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 18, 2008.

Where is Chao-ming Lai located?

Chao-ming Lai practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 792-6161.

What is Chao-ming Lai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Chao-ming Lai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chao-ming Lai 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chao-ming Lai was last updated on March 18, 2008. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.