Elinor Lee, MD
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Elinor Lee is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Los Angeles, CA with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS), INTERNAL MEDICINE
Elinor Lee, MD has practiced internal medicine for 15+ years, working in independent practice. A University of Cincinnati College of Medicine graduate since 2011, she brings 15+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 86.1/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 62% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2525dNPPES updated 2019-06-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
200 Medical Plaza Suite 365 B, Los Angeles, CA 90095-3411
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California.
MIPS Score
202386.1/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better41%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-41.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
67
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
24
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
156
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $40k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — 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 (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$518 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Elinor Lee's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
15 years in practice
Experienced
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045-5631
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 191326
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Elinor Lee
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Elinor Lee for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Los Angeles 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 Elinor Lee
Dr. Lee is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Los Angeles, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 825-7921.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Elinor Lee
Practice Location
200 Medical Plaza Suite 365 B, Los Angeles, CA 90095-3411
Mailing Address
5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045-5631
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