Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Kevin Lam, DPM
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist · Naples, FL
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
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. Lam 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. Lam
Dr. Kevin Lam is a foot & ankle surgery podiatrist in Naples, FL, with 18 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Lam performed 13,722 Medicare services across 6,795 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Lam received a total of $8,365 from 18 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 121 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in foot & ankle surgery podiatrist. 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. Lam is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 18 years in practice
▲ Top 1% volume in FL
$8,365 industry payments
Florida License Status
FL DOH · MQA1
Active license
None
Board action on record
0
Recent admin complaints
| Profession | License # | Status | Expires | Board Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Podiatric Physician | 3169 | Clear | March 31, 2028 | — |
Data from Florida Department of Health Medical Quality Assurance.
License records are public under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes.
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Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗13,722
Medicare services
Top 1% in FL for foot & ankle surgery podiatrist
6,795
Unique beneficiaries
$87
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~762 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
3,029 | $0 | $4 |
| 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. |
2,520 | $67 | $155 |
| Toenail/fingernail removal, 6+ nails Surgical removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. This procedure involves the excision of multiple nails during a single session. |
1,267 | $33 | $96 |
| 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. |
702 | $29 | $79 |
| Carepatch application, per square centimeter Application of a therapeutic patch to the skin, measured by area in square centimeters. |
590 | $1,042 | $1,339 |
| Infectious disease DNA/RNA test A laboratory test that uses a specific technique to detect the genetic material of an organism. This method amplifies the target DNA or RNA to identify the presence of the organism. |
586 | $34 | $71 |
| Shaving of skin growth, 0.5 cm or less Removal of a small skin growth by shaving it off the surface. This procedure is performed on the scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals. |
485 | $67 | $228 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
474 | $71 | $232 |
| Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 436 | $6 | $13 |
| 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. |
360 | $95 | $226 |
| Office visit, established patient (10-19 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting 10 to 19 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
304 | $42 | $94 |
| 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. |
268 | $123 | $353 |
| Shaving of skin growth, 0.6-1.0 cm A minor procedure to shave off a skin growth measuring 0.6 to 1.0 cm from the scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals. |
209 | $97 | $265 |
| Fingernail or toenail biopsy A small sample of tissue is taken from a fingernail or toenail for laboratory examination. |
169 | $75 | $291 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
143 | $43 | $133 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, medium joint Removal of fluid from a medium-sized joint or injection of medication into the joint space. |
140 | $43 | $160 |
| Wound tissue removal, 20 sq cm or less This procedure involves the removal of tissue from a wound area measuring 20 square centimeters or less. |
130 | $75 | $166 |
| Yeast/candida DNA test A laboratory test that uses an amplified probe technique to detect the presence of Candida species, a type of yeast, in a patient sample. |
129 | $34 | $71 |
| Ankle X-ray, minimum 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the ankle that captures at least three different angles to evaluate the bones and joints. |
124 | $29 | $82 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, small joint Removal of fluid from a small joint or injection of medication into a small joint. |
123 | $36 | $104 |
| Skin and tissue removal, 20 sq cm or less This procedure involves the surgical excision of skin and underlying tissue from an area measuring 20 square centimeters or smaller. |
106 | $91 | $258 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
105 | $1 | $20 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It allows healthcare providers to examine the structure and blood flow within these arteries. |
99 | $66 | $170 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries A non-invasive imaging test that uses sound waves to examine the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It evaluates blood flow and checks for blockages or other vascular issues. |
99 | $87 | $368 |
| Skin substitute graft application, 25 sq cm or less Application of a skin substitute graft to a wound on the trunk, arms, or legs covering 25 square centimeters or less. |
89 | $127 | $350 |
| Destruction of skin growths (warts/lesions), 1-14 This procedure involves the removal or destruction of one to fourteen skin growths. It is a minor surgical intervention performed on the skin surface. |
89 | $82 | $243 |
| Foot nerve injection with anesthetic and/or steroid An injection of an anesthetic and/or steroid medication into a nerve in the foot. |
82 | $34 | $233 |
| Muscle or tissue removal, 20 sq cm or less This procedure involves the surgical removal of muscle or other tissue from the body. The total area of the removed tissue is 20.0 square centimeters or less. |
75 | $186 | $512 |
| CT scan of leg, without contrast A computed tomography scan of the leg performed without the use of contrast dye. This imaging test uses X-rays to create detailed cross-sectional images of the leg's internal structures. |
67 | $126 | $594 |
| Toenail/fingernail removal, 1-5 nails This procedure involves the removal of one to five fingernails or toenails. |
60 | $24 | $70 |
| Shaving of skin growth, 1.1-2.0 cm Removal of a skin growth by shaving the surface. The procedure is performed on the scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals and involves a lesion measuring between 1.1 and 2.0 centimeters. |
54 | $112 | $315 |
| Simple drainage of skin abscess A minor procedure to drain a localized collection of pus from the skin. The abscess is opened to allow the fluid to escape and promote healing. |
51 | $91 | $252 |
| Staphylococcus aureus DNA test A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria in a sample. |
48 | $34 | $71 |
| Strep A nucleic acid amplification test A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid amplification to detect the presence of Group A Streptococcus bacteria. This method identifies the genetic material of the bacteria to determine if an infection is present. |
48 | $34 | $71 |
| Group B Strep DNA test A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Group B Streptococcus bacteria. |
48 | $34 | $71 |
| Strapping, unna boot | 46 | $21 | $160 |
| Trimming of fingernails or toenails | 43 | $9 | $43 |
| Shaving of skin growth, larger than 2.0 cm This procedure involves the removal of a skin growth by shaving it off. It is performed on areas such as the scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals when the growth exceeds 2.0 cm in size. |
38 | $117 | $299 |
| Permanent removal fingernail or toenail | 34 | $100 | $465 |
| Physical therapy exercise, per 15 min A therapy session using exercises to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility. Each 15-minute unit is billed separately. |
30 | $11 | $66 |
| Imaging guidance for procedure, 60 minutes or less Use of imaging technology to guide a medical procedure. This service lasts 60 minutes or less. |
27 | $13 | $140 |
| New patient office visit, 15-29 minutes An initial office visit for a new patient lasting 15 to 29 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter meets this duration threshold. |
27 | $39 | $158 |
| Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch | 23 | $65 | $211 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
22 | $50 | $139 |
| Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, first nail A procedure to separate the first fingernail or toenail from the underlying nail bed. |
21 | $82 | $211 |
| Complex or multiple skin abscess drainage A procedure to drain one or more skin abscesses that are complex in nature. This involves opening and cleaning the infected pockets under the skin. |
19 | $150 | $365 |
| VRE nucleic acid detection test A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE) DNA in a patient sample. |
19 | $34 | $71 |
| Toe strapping Application of strapping to the toes for support or stabilization. |
14 | $14 | $78 |
| Bone graft harvest from small bone A surgical procedure to remove a piece of bone from a small bone to be used as a graft for another part of the body. |
13 | $72 | $796 |
| Short leg splint application A splint is applied to the lower leg, extending from the calf down to the foot, to support and immobilize the area. |
13 | $19 | $356 |
| Home health plan of care certification Certification by a physician or allowed practitioner for Medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care. This includes contacting the home health agency and reviewing reports of patient status required by physicians. |
13 | $42 | $108 |
| Partial removal of foot bone to straighten toe A surgical procedure involving the incision or partial removal of a foot bone, excluding the big toe, to correct toe alignment. |
12 | $202 | $1,035 |
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.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$8,365
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,195/year across 7 years
Top 23% in FL for foot & ankle surgery podiatrist
18
Companies
121
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
$4,425 (52.9%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$3,939 (47.1%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$438
2023
$231
2022
$1,802
2021
$936
2020
$839
2019
$3,496
2018
$622
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Arthrex, Inc.
$3,864
ORGANOGENESIS INC.
$1,358
Organogenesis Inc.
$987
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$423
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$416
Aroa Biosurgery Incorporated
$302
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$262
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$208
Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
$159
DJO, LLC
$148
Avitus Orthopaedics, Inc.
$99
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$26
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$26
MIMEDX Group, Inc.
$21
Horizon Pharma plc
$20
ACELL, INC.
$18
Arthrosurface Incorporated
$17
Tenex Health Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 74.2% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AFFINITY · AccuFill · Actishield · Affinity · Apligraf · BME NITINOL CONTINUOUS COMPRESSION IMPLANTS · Bone Healing Product Portfolio · CMF OL1000 · DISTAL EXTREMITIES IMPLANTS COMPRESSION SCREWS METAL COMPRESSION SCREWS · DISTAL EXTREMITIES INSTRUMENTS PERCUTANEOUS FOOT SURGERY SU BURRS · DUEXIS · FIBULINK · Gamma-BSM-Knee Creations · Hammerlock · HemiCAP MTP Resurfacing · KRYSTEXXA · Peripheral Orbital Atherectomy System · Physio-Stim · Physio-Stim Osteogenesis Stimulator · Puraply · Puraply Antimicrobial · VenaSeal
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 (53%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $61 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Foot & ankle surgery podiatrists within 10 mi
22
Per 100K population
5.7
County median income
$86,173
Nearest hospital
NAPLES COMMUNITY 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 measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Lam is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in FL), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 18 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Lam experienced with dexamethasone injection (steroid)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Lam performed 3,029 dexamethasone injection (steroid) 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. Lam receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Lam received a total of $8,365 from 18 companies across 121 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. Lam's costs compare to other foot & ankle surgery podiatrists in Naples?
Dr. Lam's average Medicare payment per service is $87. 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. Lam) 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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