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MR. MICHAEL LAJIN M.D.
NPI 1467411702
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in La Mesa, CA

Active since March 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 05D2047920 · Waiver
8860 CENTER DR, SUITE 330, LA MESA, CA 91942(619) 460-4055(619) 460-5148 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 4, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 4, 2021, Jan 13, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Mr. Michael Lajin M.d. NPPES

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

MR. MICHAEL LAJIN M.D. (NPI 1467411702) is an individual gastroenterology provider in La Mesa, California, licensed in California (C53475) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through October 3, 2026, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467411702
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameMR. MICHAEL LAJINCredential: M.D.
Location Address8860 CENTER DR, SUITE 330La Mesa, CA 91942-3068
Mailing Address8860 Center Dr, Suite 330La Mesa, CA 91942-3068 · (619) 460-4055 · Fax (619) 460-5148
Phone(619) 460-4055
Fax(619) 460-5148
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateMarch 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 4, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 4, 2021
✔ NPI 1467411702 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in CA · C53475
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 4301071757 (MI)
8860 CENTER DR, La Mesa, CA 91942
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Other Identifiers 2

Other110F376980MI · Bcbsm
Medicaid4388499MI

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

Mr. Michael Lajin 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 ID1759569296
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120427000182
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 05D2047920

Michael Lajin, MD Inc · La Mesa, CA
Active · expires Oct 3, 2026
CLIA Number05D2047920
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateOctober 4, 2024
Certificate Expiration DateOctober 3, 2026
Laboratory DirectorMichael Lajin MD
Laboratory Phone(619) 460-4055
Laboratory LocationMichael Lajin, MD Inc8860 Center Dr Ste 330, La Mesa, CA 91942
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Name Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 15

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 of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
119 services105 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.
105 services84 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
75 services74 patients
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.
49 services49 patients
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.
37 services23 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
29 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91942 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
$140.22 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
41%248 patients2/55-star benchmark: 85%
Depression Utilization of the PHQ-9 Tool
The percentage of patients age 18 and older with the diagnosis of major depression or dysthymia who have a completed PHQ-9 during each applicable 4 month period in which there was a qualifying visit
Patients 4MonthsOfEnd: 21% · 42 patients
Patients 4MonthsOfStart: 32% · 31 patients
25%40 patients
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
94%47 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%211 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
42%170 patients2/55-star benchmark: 99%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
96%27 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
20%401 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
31%157 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
18%388 patients1/55-star benchmark: 96%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
59%401 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
7%401 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 170 patients
0%170 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
18%401 patients
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 20

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

PURUSHOTHAM KOTHA MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
8860 CENTER DR, #400
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 229-1995
VASCULAR ASSOCIATES OF SAN DIEGO
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
8860 CENTER DR, 450
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 460-6200
DR. SCOTT EDWARD MUSICANT MD
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
8860 CENTER DR, 450
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 460-6200
GROSSMONT DERMATOLOGY MEDICAL CLINIC
Dermatology (Procedural Dermatology)
8860 CENTER DR, STE 300
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 462-1670
DR. HAROLD J GULBRANSEN DDS
Dentist (Prosthodontics)
8860 CENTER DR, SUITE #460
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 463-3773
VICTOR SEIKALY M.D.
Internal Medicine
8860 CENTER DR, SUITE 310
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 460-4000
DR. FIRAS ALHADDAD MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
8860 CENTER DR, #240
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (718) 314-5049
SCOTT RECKSIEDLER D.M.D.
Dentist (Prosthodontics)
8860 CENTER DR, SUITE 460
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 463-3773

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 Michael Lajin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Lajin is 1467411702. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 23, 2006.

Where is Michael Lajin located?

Michael Lajin practices at 8860 Center Dr Suite 330, La Mesa, CA 91942. The listed phone number is (619) 460-4055.

What is Michael Lajin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Michael Lajin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Lajin 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.

Does Michael Lajin hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 05D2047920) is associated with this NPI, valid through October 3, 2026. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Lajin was last updated on March 4, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.