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Dr. Michael Lim, MD

Dr. Michael Lim, MD

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lim, Neurosurgeon in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Michael Lim, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lim graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Lim is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lim’s office at (410) 955-2252.

    Where did Dr. Lim go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford University Medical Center

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lim board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Lim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery , American Board of Neurological Surgery since 2012

    What languages does Dr. Lim speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Lim treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Disorder
    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Condition
    • Brain Problem
    • Unspecified Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified
    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    Also known as:

    • Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
    • Benign cranial nerve neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves

    Also known as:

    • Left Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Facial Twitch
    • Left Facial Muscle Spasm
    • Left Side Facial Tic

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left

    What procedures does Dr. Lim perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lim 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. 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:

    • Gasserian Ganglion Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Neuralgia Ablation
    • Gasserian Ganglion Neurolysis
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Trigeminal Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 61790: Creation of lesion by stereotactic method, percutaneous, by neurolytic agent (eg, alcohol, thermal, electrical, radiofrequency); gasserian ganglion

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
    • Stereotactic Neurosurgery
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Cranial Navigational Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Skull Opening for Cranial Nerve Decompression
    • Suboccipital Craniectomy
    • Brain Nerve Decompression
    • Skull Base Exploration

    CPT Codes:

    • 61458: Craniectomy, Suboccipital; For Exploration Or Decompression Of Cranial Nerves

    Also known as:

    • Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesion
    • Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
    • CyberKnife Radiosurgery
    • Focused Radiation for Brain
    • SRS

    CPT Codes:

    • 61798: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 complex cranial lesion

    Does Dr. Lim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 955-2252 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lim accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Lim in Stanford, 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

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lim's office located?

    Dr. Michael Lim's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (410) 955-2252

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    Dr. Michael Lim's Practice 2

    875 Blake Wilbur Dr

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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    Dr. Michael Lim's Practice 3

    4940 Eastern Ave

    Baltimore, MD 21224

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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 1225240286.

    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. Michael Lim's specialty?

    Dr. Lim is a Neurosurgeon near Stanford, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Lim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Lim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lim is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno 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 Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Michael Lim accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Lim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (410) 955-2252 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Lim?

    Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (410) 955-2252 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Lim have?

    Dr. Michael Lim is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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