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JIM W LAM M.D.
NPI 1548200686
Family Medicine in Laguna Niguel, CA

Active since June 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
27231 LA PAZ RD, SUITE A, LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677(949) 643-9111(949) 643-8916 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 28, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 28, 2020, Dec 17, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Jim W Lam M.d. NPPES

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

JIM W LAM M.D. (NPI 1548200686) is an individual family medicine provider in Laguna Niguel, California, licensed in California (G51171) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Irvine, California College Of Medicine (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548200686
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameJIM W LAMCredential: M.D.
Location Address27231 LA PAZ RD, SUITE ALaguna Niguel, CA 92677-3627
Mailing Address27231 La Paz Rd Ste ALaguna Niguel, CA 92677-3627 · (949) 643-9111 · Fax (949) 643-8916
Phone(949) 643-9111
Fax(949) 643-8916
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Irvine, California College Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateJune 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 28, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 28, 2020
✔ NPI 1548200686 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G51171
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
27231 LA PAZ RD, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Jim W 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 ID3274615950
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080204000249
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Jim Lam reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Providence Medical Foundation
2.4 mi
Family Medicine
26522 LA ALAMEDA, SUITE 120
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,699 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1427305960 (949) 364-9631

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

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.
157 services145 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 87426
An immunoassay test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus is a diagnostic tool. It uses your body's immune response to detect the presence of the virus. It involves taking a sample, usually from your nose or throat, which is then analyzed in a lab for signs of the virus.
57 services57 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
46 services45 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
35 services33 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus 87804
This is a test that identifies the influenza virus in your body. It works by using an immunoassay, a method that detects the presence of the virus through an immune response. The results are directly observable, making it a quick and efficient way to diagnose flu.
34 services17 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
32 services28 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92677 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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 4

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

TIMOTHY P HUSTON MD
Family Medicine
27231 LA PAZ RD, #A
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
Orange County (949) 643-9111
JUSTINE A BELLO M.D.
Family Medicine
27231 LA PAZ RD, STE A
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
Orange County (949) 643-9111
WILLIAM C STEFFAN MD
Family Medicine
27231 LA PAZ RD, #A
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
Orange County (949) 643-9111
JOHN P MEEHAN III M.D.
General Practice
27231 LA PAZ RD, # A
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
Orange County (949) 643-9111

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 Jim Lam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jim Lam is 1548200686. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2006.

Where is Jim Lam located?

Jim Lam practices at 27231 La Paz Rd Suite A, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677. The listed phone number is (949) 643-9111.

What is Jim Lam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Jim Lam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jim 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Jim Lam's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Jim Lam reassigns Medicare benefits to Providence Medical Foundation (Mission Viejo, CA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Jim Lam's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jim Lam was last updated on October 28, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years 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.