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DR. CHRISTOPHER NEAL LAM D.O.
NPI 1578774535
Anesthesiology in Dallas, TX

Active since May 24, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
12222 MERIT DR STE 600, DALLAS, TX 75251(972) 715-5000(972) 715-9976 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 28, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 28, 2022, Dec 2, 2021, Feb 12, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Christopher Neal Lam D.o. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER NEAL LAM D.O. (NPI 1578774535) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Dallas, Texas, licensed in Texas (N3128) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Medical City Plano, and is a graduate of University Of North Texas Hsc, College Of Osteopathic Med (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578774535
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER NEAL LAMCredential: D.O.
Location Address12222 MERIT DR STE 600Dallas, TX 75251-3294
Mailing AddressPo Box 840853Dallas, TX 75284-0853 · (972) 233-1999 · Fax (972) 233-3666
Phone(972) 715-5000
Fax(972) 715-9976
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Texas Hsc, College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 28, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 28, 2022
✔ NPI 1578774535 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · N3128
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
12222 MERIT DR STE 600, Dallas, TX 75251
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher Neal Lam D.o. 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 ID7517004948
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091016000402
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.

Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
31 services28 patients
Anesthesia for injection, drainage or aspiration procedures on spine or spinal cord of lower back accessed through skin using imaging guidance 01938
This procedure involves using anesthesia to numb your lower back for certain procedures like injections, drainage, or aspiration on your spine or spinal cord. Imaging guidance is used to accurately locate the area to be treated, ensuring precision and safety.
20 services19 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
19 services19 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
14 services14 patients
Other procedure on nervous system 64999
A procedure on the nervous system can involve various techniques to diagnose or treat conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, or nerves. These can include surgeries, tests, or therapies. It's done by specialized doctors to help improve your neurological health.
14 services14 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Medical City Plano

Acute Care Hospitals · Plano, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450651
Location3901 W 15th StPlano, TX 75075 · Collin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Plano

Acute Care Hospitals · Plano, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number450890
Location4700 Alliance BoulevardPlano, TX 75093 · Collin County
Emergency services

Methodist Mckinney Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mckinney, TX
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number670069
Location8000 W Eldorado Pkwy Bldg C Suite CMckinney, TX 75070 · Collin County
Emergency services

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.

93.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.15
Improvement Activities40
Cost83.57

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.

MRS. CHARITY CABRERA MAGCALAS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
DR. ELVIS TSANG MD
Anesthesiology
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
BINU RAJAN ABRAHAM MD
Anesthesiology
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
LAUREN CARTER SEGERSON CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
ABIGAIL PINTO WOOD CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
HANNAH NEIPP MURDOCK CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
THOMAS ADAMS MD
Anesthesiology
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
DR. JOHN GERARD BAERENSTECHER M.D.
Anesthesiology
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000

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 Christopher Lam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Lam is 1578774535. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2007.

Where is Christopher Lam located?

Christopher Lam practices at 12222 Merit Dr Ste 600, Dallas, TX 75251. The listed phone number is (972) 715-5000.

What is Christopher Lam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Christopher Lam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher 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 Christopher Lam accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Christopher 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 Christopher Lam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Lam is affiliated with Medical City Plano, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Plano and Methodist Mckinney Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Lam was last updated on July 28, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.