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Who is Dr. Lim, Cardiologist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Richard Lim, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lim’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lim’s office at (843) 789-6467.
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 Cardiologist, 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:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- First-Degree Heart Block
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- First-Degree AV Block
- Mild Heart Block
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Left Anterior Fascicular Block
- Left Bundle Branch Block
- Arrhythmia
- LAFB
- Left bundle branch block variant
- LBBB
- Heart conduction delay
ICD-10 Codes:
- I444: Left anterior fascicular block
- I447: Left bundle-branch block, unspecified
Also known as:
- Past Heart Attack
- Heart Attack
- Previous Heart Attack
- Old Myocardial Infarction
- Prior Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I252: Old myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Which procedures does Dr. Lim perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Lim may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lim's office.
Does Dr. Lim accept my insurance?
Dr. Lim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 789-6467 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lim accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Lim in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Federal Employee Program
Healthgram
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1366070237.
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. Richard Lim's specialty?
Dr. Lim is a Cardiologist near Charleston, SC. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Lim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard 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: Ralph H. Johnson Department Of Veterans Affairs 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 Richard Lim accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (843) 789-6467 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lim?
Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (843) 789-6467 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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