Ellyn Lee, M.D.

Geriatric Medicine Internal 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

(206) 326-3000Seattle, WA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

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
1 of 26 Internal Medicine providers in WASee all Internal Medicine in Seattle27+ years experienceNPI since 2006

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

Fax: (877) 515-2975
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

MIPS Score

2023

82.84/100

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 = better

58.15%

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 volume

Prescription 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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-4%)66%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-9%)61%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Cancer
Higher than avg (+38%)59%

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

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+15%)49%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-8%)41%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
39%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+4%)36%

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

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1999

    University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Feb 25, 2026

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 27 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineGeriatric Medicine in SeattleAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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