Quick answers
- Which hospitals does Christopher Lai work at?
- Medicare's official clinician data lists Christopher Lai at 2 hospitals: El Centro Regional Medical Center and Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
- Where does Christopher Lai see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 3 practice locations, including Brawley, CA and Calexico, CA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Christopher Lai's specialty?
- Medicare lists Orthopedic Surgery as the primary specialty.
- Does Christopher Lai accept Medicare assignment?
- Medicare's clinician data says Christopher Lai may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
- What is the phone number for Christopher Lai?
- (760) 344-9093, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Christopher Lai's NPI number?
- 1508905159. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Hospitals where Christopher Lai works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Christopher Lai at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.
- El Centro Regional Medical CenterEl Centro, CA · Acute Care Hospital · CCN 050045
- Pioneers Memorial Healthcare DistrictBrawley, CA · Acute Care Hospital · CCN 050342
Practice locations
Addresses where Christopher Lai is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 196 W Legion RdBrawley, CA 92227 (760) 344‑9093
- 223 W Cole BlvdCalexico, CA 92231 (760) 357‑2020
- 900 Main StBrawley, CA 92227 (760) 344‑6471
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Christopher Lai as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Clinicas de Salud del Pueblo Inc43 clinicians in the group
- Christopher C Lai MD a Professional Corporation2 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgeryprimary
Other orthopedic surgeons in California
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in California — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Chicago College Of Medicine And Surgery |
| Graduation year | 1994 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | May accept for some services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1508905159 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians