Christopher T. Lum, MD
Christopher T. Lum is an Ophthalmology specialist based in Honolulu, HI with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Christopher T. Lum, MD practices as part of a group ophthalmologist practice in Honolulu, HI. Trained at New York Medical College (class of 1997), he has been practicing for over 29 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 79% of reporting doctors in Hawaii
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1773dNPPES updated 2021-07-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Hawaii Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.8%
Hawaii avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8 pts)
Better than 79% of reporting doctors in HawaiiHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
46
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
595
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,372
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $54k
Percentile rankings compared against 262 reporting peers in Hawaii.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$200 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Christopher T. Lum's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
New York Medical College
Board certified · Jul 15, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
29 years in practice
Experienced
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Taxonomy: 207W00000X
Education & Training
New York Medical College (Class of 1997)
Virtual Ophthalmology Care With Christopher T. Lum
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher T. Lum for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Honolulu required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christopher T. Lum
Dr. Lum is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Honolulu, HI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (808) 432-2000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christopher T. Lum
Practice Location
1010 Pensacola St, Honolulu, HI 96814-2118
Mailing Address
1010 Pensacola St, Honolulu, HI 96814-2118
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