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Dr. Phillip Lim, DO
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
Buena Park, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lim, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Buena Park, CA?
Dr. Phillip Lim, DO is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Buena Park, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lim is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lim’s office at (714) 676-5541.
Is Dr. Lim board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Lim, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Lim speak?
Dr. Lim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lim typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lim typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Lim accept my insurance?
Dr. Lim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 676-5541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lim accept in Buena Park, CA?
Dr. Lim in Buena Park, 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
Centene Corporation
Clever Care Health Plan
HealthSmart
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lim's office located?
Dr. Phillip Lim's Primary Practice
5832 Beach Blvd Unit 209
Buena Park, CA 90621
(714) 676-5541
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 1023227154.
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. Phillip Lim's specialty?
Dr. Lim is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Buena Park, CA.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.
Is this Dr. Phillip Lim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Phillip Lim accepting new patients in Buena Park, CA?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Lim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Lim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (714) 676-5541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Lim?
Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (714) 676-5541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Phillip Lim have?
Dr. Phillip Lim is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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