Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Eric Lee, M.D.
Optician · Upland, CA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Lee from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Lee
Dr. Eric Lee is an optician specialist in Upland, CA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Lee performed 352,679 Medicare services across 9,280 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Lee received a total of $20,906 from 34 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 740 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in optician. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Lee is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 0% volume in CA
$20,906 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗352,679
Medicare services
Top 0% in CA for optician
9,280
Unique beneficiaries
$10
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~17,634 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certolizumab injection (Cimzia) An injection of certolizumab pegol administered under the direct supervision of a physician. |
168,000 | $4 | $11 |
| Tocilizumab injection (Actemra) | 62,992 | $5 | $8 |
| Abatacept infusion (Orencia) An injection of abatacept administered under the direct supervision of a physician. This code is used for Medicare when the drug is not self-administered. |
30,350 | $34 | $60 |
| Golimumab infusion (Simponi Aria) Administration of golimumab medication directly into a vein. This code specifies the dosage amount of 1 milligram for intravenous delivery. |
26,202 | $10 | $27 |
| Infliximab infusion (Remicade) An injection of infliximab, excluding biosimilar versions, administered in a 10 mg dose. |
14,244 | $26 | $99 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 11,821 | $18 | $25 |
| Romosozumab injection (Evenity) for osteoporosis | 11,550 | $8 | $12 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody test A laboratory test that measures antibodies in the blood to help assess for autoimmune disorders. |
2,552 | $18 | $35 |
| Immunoglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of gammaglobulins, which are immune system proteins. |
2,361 | $9 | $15 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
1,728 | $0 | $1 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
1,528 | $96 | $150 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
1,451 | $11 | $35 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
1,431 | $1 | $8 |
| Normal saline infusion, 250 cc Administration of 250 cubic centimeters of normal saline solution into a vein. This procedure involves the intravenous delivery of a sterile saltwater fluid. |
1,083 | $0 | $15 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
962 | $8 | $15 |
| C-reactive protein test (inflammation marker) A blood test that measures the level of C-reactive protein to detect the presence of infection or inflammation in the body. |
947 | $5 | $26 |
| Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test A blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube to detect inflammation in the body. This specific method is performed manually rather than using an automated machine. |
930 | $4 | $20 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
904 | $8 | $28 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
900 | $10 | $70 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
863 | $4 | $25 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
697 | $6 | $25 |
| Intravenous infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of medication or fluid directly into a vein for therapeutic, preventive, or diagnostic purposes. The procedure lasts one hour or less. |
676 | $52 | $125 |
| Complement and antigen measurement A laboratory test to measure levels of complement proteins and antigens in the blood. |
624 | $12 | $35 |
| Immunoassay substance measurement A laboratory test that uses immunoassay techniques to measure the level of a specific substance in a sample. |
591 | $17 | $25 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
558 | $13 | $50 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
489 | $23 | $95 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
412 | $73 | $105 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
401 | $104 | $215 |
| COVID-19 antibody test A blood test that measures antibodies to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19). It detects the presence of immune response markers to the virus. |
397 | $41 | $125 |
| DNA antibody test (native or double-stranded) A blood test that measures the level of antibodies targeting native or double-stranded DNA. This test is used to detect the presence of these specific antibodies in the body. |
319 | $13 | $45 |
| Measurement of dna antibody, single stranded | 319 | $12 | $46 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 319 | $6 | $36 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
316 | $14 | $25 |
| Autoimmune disorder screening test A laboratory test used to screen for the presence of autoimmune disorders. |
311 | $12 | $35 |
| Rheumatoid arthritis antibody test A blood test to measure antibodies used in assessing rheumatoid arthritis. |
306 | $13 | $25 |
| Immune complex measurement A laboratory test that measures the level of immune complexes in the blood. Immune complexes are formed when antibodies bind to antigens. |
293 | $24 | $50 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
235 | $45 | $105 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
216 | $0 | $5 |
| Methylprednisolone injection, up to 40 mg An injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of up to 40 mg. |
188 | $3 | $10 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
175 | $29 | $60 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
172 | $40 | $60 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
172 | $1 | $10 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
119 | $15 | $25 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
110 | $13 | $25 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
110 | $14 | $25 |
| Iron level test | 109 | $6 | $15 |
| Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent, 0.5 ml dosage | 108 | $20 | $35 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
108 | $30 | $32 |
| Diphenhydramine injection, up to 50 mg An injection of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine medication, administered in a dose of up to 50 milligrams. |
94 | $1 | $2 |
| Hepatitis B core antibody test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies to the hepatitis B core antigen. This test helps determine if a person has been infected with the hepatitis B virus. |
75 | $12 | $20 |
| Hepatitis B surface antigen test A blood test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the hepatitis B surface antigen. This test identifies whether the hepatitis B virus is currently present in the body. |
75 | $10 | $18 |
| Hepatitis C antibody test A blood test that checks for antibodies to the hepatitis C virus. This test helps determine if a person has been exposed to the virus. |
73 | $14 | $25 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
72 | $128 | $200 |
| X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the hand that captures at least three different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
67 | $24 | $60 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 65 | $169 | $250 |
| Wrist X-ray, minimum 3 views An imaging test using X-rays to capture at least three different angles of the wrist bones and joints. |
63 | $26 | $60 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) of hip, pelvis, and spine This test measures bone density in the hip, pelvis, and spine to assess bone strength. It also includes an assessment for spine fractures. |
56 | $56 | $175 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
55 | $118 | $185 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
50 | $76 | $105 |
| Knee X-ray, 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint that captures three different angles to evaluate the bones and surrounding structures. |
41 | $26 | $60 |
| Methylprednisolone injection, up to 125 mg An injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a corticosteroid medication, with a dosage of up to 125 mg. |
31 | $4 | $30 |
| Shoulder X-ray, 2+ views An X-ray imaging test of the shoulder joint using at least two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
28 | $20 | $60 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 21-30 minutes A telephone conversation with a physician lasting between 21 and 30 minutes. This code covers the time spent discussing medical matters over the phone. |
28 | $105 | $150 |
| Foot X-ray, 3+ views An X-ray imaging test of the foot that captures at least three different views to evaluate the bones and joints. |
27 | $23 | $60 |
| X-ray of sacroiliac joint, 3 or more views An X-ray imaging test that takes three or more pictures of the joint connecting the lower spine to the hip bone. |
23 | $25 | $60 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
23 | $16 | $30 |
| Chest X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall. |
22 | $17 | $60 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
22 | $9 | $15 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures. |
15 | $41 | $125 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the lower back and sacral spine to visualize the bones and joints in this area. |
13 | $25 | $60 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using 4 to 5 different views to visualize the bones and structures in that area. |
12 | $32 | $70 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
20.7% high complexity
74.0% medium
5.3% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$20,906
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,987/year across 7 years
Top 9% in CA for optician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
34
Companies
740
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$13,215 (63.2%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$7,681 (36.7%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$10 (0.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,085
2023
$790
2022
$791
2021
$1,123
2020
$2,793
2019
$3,954
2018
$9,368
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
US Oncology Corporate, Inc.
$622
Amgen Inc.
$427
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$266
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$240
ABBVIE INC.
$131
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$114
UCB, Inc.
$76
PFIZER INC.
$61
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$54
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$39
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$24
Radius Health, Inc.
$19
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 63.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
UCB, Inc.
$4,595
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$3,558
Amgen Inc.
$1,769
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$1,572
AbbVie, Inc.
$1,155
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$909
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$793
Genentech USA, Inc.
$771
PFIZER INC.
$754
US Oncology Corporate, Inc.
$622
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$541
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$364
Radius Health, Inc.
$351
Lilly USA, LLC
$343
Celgene Corporation
$341
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$316
ABBVIE INC.
$291
AbbVie Inc.
$259
Horizon Pharma plc
$222
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$198
GENZYME CORPORATION
$198
Mallinckrodt Enterprises LLC
$174
Mallinckrodt LLC
$134
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$132
Sobi, Inc
$131
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$116
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$78
Organon LLC
$58
MEDEXUS PHARMA, INC.
$58
MEDAC PHARMA, INC.
$37
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$24
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$20
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$13
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$10
Top 3 companies account for 47.5% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTHAR · AVSOLA · Actemra · Arcalyst · BENLYSTA · Bimzelx · COSENTYX · Cimzia · EVENITY · Enbrel · HUMIRA · Humira · INFLECTRA · KEVZARA · KINERET · KRYSTEXXA · Kineret · LUPKYNIS · LYRICA · MAGNETOM Altea · MONOVISC · NEXPLANON · OFEV · ORENCIA · ORTHOVISC · Otezla · PENNSAID · PREVNAR 20 · Prolia · RAYOS · REMICADE · RINVOQ · Rasuvo · Rinvoq · Rituxan · SAPHNELO · SIMPONI · SIMPONI ARIA · SKYRIZI · STELARA · TALTZ · TAVNEOS · TREMFYA · Tymlos · Uloric · VIMOVO · XELJANZ · Xolair
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Most payments (63%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 9% for optician in CA.
Geographic Context
Opticians within 10 mi
476
Per 100K population
21.8
County median income
$82,184
Nearest hospital
SAN ANTONIO REGIONAL HOSPITAL
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Lee is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 9% of CA peers, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Lee experienced with certolizumab injection (cimzia)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Lee performed 168,000 certolizumab injection (cimzia) services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Lee receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Lee received a total of $20,906 from 34 companies across 740 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Lee's costs compare to other opticians in Upland?
Dr. Lee's average Medicare payment per service is $10. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Lee) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
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