DR. CARA LAI MD
NPI 1710565577
Orthopaedic Surgery in Scottsdale, AZ

Active since March 31, 2021PECOS Enrolled
13400 E SHEA BLVD, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259(480) 301-8000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 16, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 16, 2026, Mar 31, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Cara Lai Md NPPES

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

DR. CARA LAI MD (NPI 1710565577) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Scottsdale, Arizona, licensed in New York (342744) and active in the NPI registry since March 2021. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in New York.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710565577
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CARA LAICredential: MD
Location Address13400 E SHEA BLVDScottsdale, AZ 85259-5452
Mailing Address535 E 70th StNew York, NY 10021-4823
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateApril 16, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 16, 2026
NPI 1710565577 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License Licensed in NY · 342744
Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

13400 E SHEA BLVD, Scottsdale, AZ 85259

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1535 E 70th StNew York, NY 10021-4823 · Phone (877) 606-1555

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Cara Lai Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Physician Visit Costs

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 85259 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $85.89
  • Minimum New Patient Price $55.44
  • Maximum New Patient Price $168.6
  • Average New Patient Copayment $21.47
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.86
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $42.15

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213

  • Average Established Patient Price $69.24
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $17.72
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $137.41
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $17.31
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.43
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $34.35

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Physician Assistant (Medical)
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Psychologist (Clinical)
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Dietitian, Registered
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Internal Medicine
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Psychologist (Clinical)
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Internal Medicine
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Nurse Practitioner
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Audiologist
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Physician Assistant (Medical)
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Dermatology
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Ophthalmology
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Dermatology
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259
Physical Therapist
13400 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1710565577, enumerated as an "individual" on March 31, 2021.

The provider is located at 13400 E SHEA BLVD SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85259 and the phone number is (480) 301-8000.

Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.