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Anesthesiology

James C. Lai, MD

Sees patients in Houston, TX · Texas

Summary

James C. Lai, MD (Anesthesiology) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in Houston, TX. NPI 1942291406. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

Call(713) 467‑6200 NPI Registry record Medicare profile

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about James C. Lai, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

1Practice location
AnesthesiologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
36Years since medical school (graduated 1990)
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does James C. Lai see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Houston, TX. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is James C. Lai's specialty?
Medicare lists Anesthesiology as the primary specialty, and also Addiction Medicine and Pain Management.
Does James C. Lai accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says James C. Lai accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for James C. Lai?
(713) 467-6200, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is James C. Lai's NPI number?
1942291406. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where James C. Lai is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Other anesthesiologists in Houston

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Houston, TX — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas
Graduation year1990
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1942291406
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians