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43 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Lim, Internist in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Charles Lim, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Lim graduated from University of Medicine 1 and completed his residency at Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Program. Dr. Lim is fluent in English, Burmese, and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lim’s office at (661) 945-5984.
Where did Dr. Lim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Program
Medical School: Institute of Medicine I Rangoon | Branch Faculty Of Medicine, University Of Rangoon | University of Medicine 1
What languages does Dr. Lim speak?
Dr. Lim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Burmese
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lim typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lim diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lim. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lim typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Lim may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Lim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lim accept my insurance?
Dr. Lim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 945-5984 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lim accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Lim in Lancaster, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lim's office located?
What is Dr. Lim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205947231.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lim
What is Dr. Charles Lim's specialty?
Dr. Lim is a Internist near Lancaster, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Charles Lim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Antelope Valley Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charles Lim accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Lim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Lim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (661) 945-5984 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Lim?
Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (661) 945-5984 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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