WALTER LAM MD
NPI 1629631643
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in New Orleans, LA

Active since April 16, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1401 JEFFERSON HWY FL CENTER1, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121(504) 842-3260 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 16, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Walter Lam Md NPPES

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

WALTER LAM MD (NPI 1629631643) is an individual student in an organized health care education/training program in New Orleans, Louisiana and active in the NPI registry since April 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629631643
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy390200000X
Provider Legal NameWALTER LAMCredential: MD
Location Address1401 JEFFERSON HWY FL CENTER1New Orleans, LA 70121-2426
Mailing Address20880 4th StSaratoga, CA 95070-5839 · (408) 828-2536
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 16, 2019
NPI 1629631643 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Taxonomy Code390200000X
Definition
An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.
1401 JEFFERSON HWY FL CENTER1, New Orleans, LA 70121

Accepted Insurance

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

Walter Lam 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 ID6608105218
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240904000678
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 3

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
107 services28 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.
22 services22 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
18 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190036
Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 11

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

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1401 JEFFERSON HWY FL CENTER1
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1401 JEFFERSON HWY FL CENTER1
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1401 JEFFERSON HWY FL CENTER1
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1401 JEFFERSON HWY FL CENTER1
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1401 JEFFERSON HWY FL CENTER1
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1401 JEFFERSON HWY FL CENTER1
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1401 JEFFERSON HWY FL CENTER1
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1401 JEFFERSON HWY FL CENTER1
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121

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 Walter Lam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Lam is 1629631643. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 16, 2019.

Where is Walter Lam located?

Walter Lam practices at 1401 Jefferson Hwy Fl Center1, New Orleans, LA 70121. The listed phone number is (504) 842-3260.

What is Walter Lam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program with taxonomy code 390200000X.

Is Walter Lam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter 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 Walter Lam accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list Walter 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 Walter Lam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Walter Lam is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Lam was last updated on April 16, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.