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Dr. James Lim, MD

Buffalo, NY

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    Who is Dr. Lim, Physiatrist in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. James Lim, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Lim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lim’s office at (201) 792-1966.

    Is Dr. Lim board certified in Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. James Lim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lim speak?

    Dr. Lim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lim treat?

    As a Physiatrist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Other Tooth Problems
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Dental Issues
    • Tooth Ailments
    • Oral Health Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Gum Disease
    • Dental abscess
    • Tooth infection
    • Periapical infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K047: Periapical abscess without sinus

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle Sprain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Twisted right ankle
    • Right ankle ligament injury
    • Right ankle strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S93401A: Sprain of unspecified ligament of right ankle, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    Does Dr. Lim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 792-1966 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lim accept in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Lim in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Contra Costa

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Medicare

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • San Francisco Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lim's office located?

    Dr. James Lim's Primary Practice

    462 Grider St

    Buffalo, NY 14215

    (201) 792-1966

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    Dr. James Lim's Practice 2

    975 Sereno Dr

    American Canyon, CA 94589

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    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 1689817710.

    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. James Lim's specialty?

    Dr. Lim is a Physiatrist near Buffalo, NY. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Lim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James 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: Kaiser Permanente- Vallejo 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

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    Is James Lim accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Lim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Lim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (201) 792-1966 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Lim?

    Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (201) 792-1966 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Lim have?

    Dr. James Lim is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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