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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lima, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Lake Jackson, TX?
Dr. Shirley Lima, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Lake Jackson, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lima is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lima’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lima’s office at (979) 292-0502.
What languages does Dr. Lima speak?
Dr. Lima and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lima treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Lima 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. Lima. 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:
- False Labor
- Childbirth
- Braxton Hicks Contractions
- Practice Contractions
- Prodromal Labor
ICD-10 Codes:
- O471: False labor at or after 37 completed weeks of gestation
- O4703: False labor before 37 completed weeks of gestation, third trimester
Also known as:
- Observation for Ruled Out Amniotic Sac Problems
- Amniotic Fluid Monitoring
- Suspected Amniotic Sac Issue Ruled Out
- Membrane Problem Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0371: Encounter for suspected problem with amniotic cavity and membrane ruled out
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Reduced Fetal Movement
- Baby Moving Less
- Fetal Hypoactivity
- Decreased Baby Kicks
ICD-10 Codes:
- O368130: Decreased fetal movements, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Prenatal Screenings
- Prenatal Care
- Additional pregnancy tests
- Special antenatal screenings
- Specific prenatal checks
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
Also known as:
- Gestational Diabetes
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Pregnancy Diabetes
- Diabetes developed during pregnancy
- GDM
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24419: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified control
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Pregnancy
- Infection and Pregnancy
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI in Pregnancy
- Urinary Infection During Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O2343: Unspecified infection of urinary tract in pregnancy, third trimester
What procedures does Dr. Lima perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Lima performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lima. 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:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Does Dr. Lima accept my insurance?
Dr. Lima accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (979) 292-0502 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lima accept in Lake Jackson, TX?
Dr. Lima in Lake Jackson, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Bowling Green State University
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
MedImpact
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lima's office located?
Dr. Shirley Lima's Primary Practice
210 Lake Rd Ste 300
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
(979) 292-0502
What is Dr. Lima's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lima's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740591858.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lima?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lima
What is Dr. Shirley Lima's specialty?
Dr. Lima is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Lake Jackson, TX. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Lima to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shirley Lima affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lima is affiliated with Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
Where can I learn more about Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
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Is Shirley Lima accepting new patients in Lake Jackson, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shirley Lima is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shirley Lima offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lima's office at (979) 292-0502 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shirley Lima?
Please contact Dr. Lima's office at (979) 292-0502 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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