James J Lah, MD PHD

Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology

James J Lah is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Atlanta, GA with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(404) 778-3444Atlanta, GA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

James J Lah, MD PHD practices as part of a group neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Atlanta, GA. Trained at Ohio State University College of Medicine (class of 1992), he has been practicing for over 34 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and Alzheimer's/dementia. CMS MIPS quality score: 92.26/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 95% of reporting doctors in Georgia
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 44% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 150 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in GASee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Atlanta34+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 3012dNPPES updated 2018-02-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

12 Executive Park Dr Ne, Atlanta, GA 30329-2206

Fax: (404) 712-0278
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Georgia, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

MIPS Score

2023

92.26/100

Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.7 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

97.7%

Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.9 pts)

Top 5% of reporting doctors in Georgia

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

119

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

230

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,062

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $50k

Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.

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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Alzheimer's / Dementia.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-6%)64%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Alzheimer's / Dementia
45%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-11%)38%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
35%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+2%)34%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-11%)21%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — 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 · 1992

    Ohio State University College of Medicine

  2. 34 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.

Taxonomy: 2084N0400X

Education & Training

Ohio State University College of Medicine (Class of 1992)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1841 Clifton Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA 30329-4021

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With James J Lah

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with James J Lah for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, cognitive care — no travel to Atlanta 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 James J Lah

NPI records show Dr. Lah as active with telehealth listed in Atlanta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (404) 778-3444.

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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