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Ophthalmology

Michael M. Lai, MD

Sees patients in Chevy Chase, MD · Rockville, MD · Maryland

Summary

Michael M. Lai, MD (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 2 practice locations in Chevy Chase, MD and Rockville, MD. NPI 1962432260. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Michael M. 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

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
25Years since medical school (graduated 2001)
Johns Hopkins University School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
The Retina Group of Washington PLLCGroup practice

Quick answers

Where does Michael M. Lai see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Chevy Chase, MD and Rockville, MD. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Michael M. Lai's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does Michael M. Lai accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Michael M. 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 Michael M. Lai?
(301) 656-8100, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Michael M. Lai's NPI number?
1962432260. 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 Michael M. Lai is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Michael M. Lai as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • The Retina Group of Washington PLLC84 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other ophthalmologists in Chevy Chase

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Chevy Chase, MD — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolJohns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
Graduation year2001
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1962432260
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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