Michael William Lee, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Michael William Lee is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in San Diego, CA with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE, PEDIATRIC MEDICINE
Michael William Lee, M.D. has been part of the San Diego medical community since 2006 in group practice. A University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine graduate since 1998, he brings 28+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
Older · 6896dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
12395 El Camino Real Suite 317, San Diego, CA 92130-3082
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better40.4%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-42.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
443
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
499
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,884
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.60M
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — 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 · 1998
Keck School of Medicine of Usc
28 years in practice
Experienced
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 260078
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael William Lee for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to San Diego 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 Michael William Lee
Dr. Lee is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in San Diego, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (858) 794-1250.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael William Lee
Practice Location
12395 El Camino Real Suite 317, San Diego, CA 92130-3082
Mailing Address
12395 El Camino Real Suite 317, San Diego, CA 92130-3082
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