Lulu Iles-Shih, M.D.

Gastroenterology Internal Medicine

Lulu Iles-Shih is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Seattle, WA with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(206) 215-4250Seattle, WA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Lulu Iles-Shih, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 20+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Arizona College of Medicine (class of 2006), she has been practicing for over 20 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 19% of reporting doctors in Washington
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 185 Internal Medicine providers in WASee all Internal Medicine in Seattle20+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 1833dNPPES updated 2021-05-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1221 Madison St Ste. 1220, Seattle, WA 98104-3588

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

80.8%

Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)

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

Medicare Patients

183

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

366

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

927

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $506k

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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-2%)68%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-10%)60%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+2%)51%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

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

Mood Disorders
26%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-9%)25%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

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

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-11%)23%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — 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

Depression
Lower than avg (-11%)21%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↓ 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 · 2006

    University of Arizona College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · May 17, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 20 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.

Taxonomy: 207RG0100X

Education & Training

University of Arizona College of Medicine (Class of 2006)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1121 Madison Street Suite #1220, Seattle, WA 98104

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lulu Iles-Shih

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Lulu Iles-Shih for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Lulu Iles-Shih

Dr. Iles-Shih 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) 215-4250.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

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

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