Ellyn Lee, M.D.
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Ellyn Lee is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Seattle, WA with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC MEDICINE, INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 27 years in internal medicine, Ellyn Lee, M.D. is a long-established geriatrician in Seattle. She graduated from University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine in 1999 and has 27+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 82.84/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 18% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Recent · 86dNPPES updated 2026-02-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
201 16th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112-5226
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202382.84/100
Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better58.15%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+53 pts)
58.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
61
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
69
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
466
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $45k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 25, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Education & Training
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine (Class of 1999)
Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Ellyn Lee
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ellyn Lee for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Seattle 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 Ellyn Lee
Dr. Lee is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Seattle, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 326-3000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ellyn Lee
Practice Location
201 16th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112-5226
Mailing Address
201 16th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112-5226
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