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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chim, Plastic Surgeon in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Harvey Chim, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chim completed his residency at Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Chim is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chim’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chim?
Dr. Harvey Chim, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chim empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hand Surgery, Migraine, Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Gainesville/FL community, Dr. Chim is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Chim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Mayo Clinic
Residency: Case Western Reserve University
Medical School: National University Of Singapore
What languages does Dr. Chim speak?
Dr. Chim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Chim treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Chim 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. Chim. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Disorder
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Shoulder Nerve Damage
- Arm Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G540: Brachial plexus disorders
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Lesion
- Shoulder Nerve Damage
- Arm Nerve Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S143XXA: Injury of brachial plexus, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
Also known as:
- History of Traumatic Fracture
- Fractures
- Past Bone Break
- Previous Injury Fracture
- History of Broken Bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8781: Personal history of (healed) traumatic fracture
Also known as:
- Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Ulnar Neuropathy
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5622: Lesion of ulnar nerve, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Benign Nerve Tumor of Lower Limb
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous nerve growth in leg
- Benign peripheral nerve neoplasm of leg
- Benign autonomic nerve neoplasm of leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3613: Benign neoplasm of peripheral nerves and autonomic nervous system of lower limb, including hip
What procedures does Dr. Chim perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Chim 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. Chim. 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:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
- Skin Substitute Graft (Large Area)
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Additional Area)
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
- Autologous Skin Graft
- Partial Thickness Skin Graft
- Skin Transplant
- Facial Skin Graft
- Artificial skin graft
- Wound covering application
- Skin replacement for large wounds
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
- Autograft Skin Transplant
- Skin Grafting for Large Areas
- Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
- Full Thickness Graft for Face
- Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
- 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
- 15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
- 15273: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 15101: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; Each Additional 100 Sq Cm, Or Each Additional 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children, Or Part Thereof (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Muscle Flap Surgery
- Free Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery
- Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Free Skin Flap Surgery
- Lower Extremity Flap Reconstruction
- Myocutaneous Flap Surgery
- Fasciocutaneous Flap Surgery
- Leg Tissue Transfer
- Microvascular Flap Surgery
- Muscle Flap Reconstruction
- Myocutaneous Flap Transfer
- Tissue Transfer Surgery
- Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
- Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
- Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)
- Microvascular Skin Flap
- Skin Graft with Microvascular Repair
- Complex Skin Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 15738: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; lower extremity
- 15756: Free muscle or myocutaneous flap with microvascular anastomosis
- 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk
- 15757: Free skin flap with microvascular anastomosis
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Skin Substitute Graft Application
- Skin Substitute Graft Application (Additional Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Skin Replacement Procedure
- Wound Covering Application
- Wound Covering with Skin Substitute
CPT Codes:
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 15272: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; each additional 25 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15274: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; each additional 100 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Re-closure of Surgical Wound
- Secondary Wound Closure
- Repair of Wound Dehiscence
- Complicated Surgical Wound Repair
- Extensive Wound Re-stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13160: Secondary closure of surgical wound or dehiscence, extensive or complicated
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
- Surgery
- Wound Bed Preparation
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Creation
CPT Codes:
- 15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Autologous Soft Tissue Graft
- Fat Grafting
- Dermal Graft
- Fascia Graft
- Tissue Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15769: Grafting of autologous soft tissue, other, harvested by direct excision (eg, fat, dermis, fascia)
Also known as:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Medium Defect)
- Local Skin Flap
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Reconstruction (Local)
- Adjacent Tissue Graft
CPT Codes:
- 14021: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Forearm or Wrist Tendon Release
- Open Tendon Release (Elbow to Shoulder)
- Forearm or Wrist Tendon Lengthening/Shortening
- Forearm/Wrist Tendon Transfer
- Open tenotomy
- Flexor tendon release
- Extensor tendon release
- Tenotomy of Arm Tendon
- Tendon Lengthening (Arm)
- Open Tendon Surgery (Arm)
- Arm Tendon Release
- Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Flexor Tendon Surgery
- Extensor Tendon Surgery
- Wrist Tendon Repair
- Tendon Transplant (Arm/Wrist)
- Tendon Graft (Forearm)
- Flexor Tendon Transfer
- Extensor Tendon Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 25290: Tenotomy, open, flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon
- 24310: Tenotomy, open, elbow to shoulder, each tendon
- 25280: Lengthening or shortening of flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon
- 25310: Tendon transplantation or transfer, flexor or extensor, forearm and/or wrist, single; each tendon
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
- Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
- Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
- Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
- Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
- Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
- Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)
CPT Codes:
- 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments
Also known as:
- Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
- Buried wire removal
- Pin removal surgery
- Rod removal (superficial)
CPT Codes:
- 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Tarsal Tunnel Release
- Posterior Tibial Nerve Decompression
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery
- Nerve Release in Foot
- Foot Nerve Decompression
CPT Codes:
- 28035: Release, tarsal tunnel (posterior tibial nerve decompression)
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
- Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
- Flank Tumor Removal
- Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
- Back Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Finger or Thumb Amputation
- Digit Amputation
- Finger Removal
- Thumb Amputation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26951: Amputation, finger or thumb, primary or secondary, any joint or phalanx, single, including neurectomies; with direct closure
Also known as:
- Tendon Lengthening in Upper Arm or Elbow
- Arm Tendon Surgery
- Elbow Tendon Release
- Upper Arm Tendon Lengthening
- Tendon Extension Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 24305: Tendon lengthening, upper arm or elbow, each tendon
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Repair
- Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
- Cranial Nerve Repair
- Brachial Plexus Neuroplasty
- Arm Nerve Surgery
- Shoulder Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Decompression
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
- Open Neuroplasty
- Cranial Nerve Neuroplasty
- Cranial Nerve Transposition
- Nerve Surgery in Head
CPT Codes:
- 64713: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; brachial plexus
- 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
- 64716: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; cranial nerve (specify)
Also known as:
- Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
- Ulnar Nerve Repair or Repositioning at Wrist
- Removal of Nerve Tumor (Neuroma)
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Elbow Nerve Surgery
- Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
- Ulnar nerve neuroplasty wrist
- Ulnar nerve transposition wrist
- Wrist ulnar nerve release
- Neuroma Excision
- Peripheral Nerve Tumor Removal
- Nerve Growth Removal
CPT Codes:
- 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
- 64719: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at wrist
- 64784: Excision of neuroma; major peripheral nerve, except sciatic
Also known as:
- First Stage of Nerve Transfer Surgery
- Nerve Pedicle Graft (Stage 1)
- Nerve Transfer Procedure (Initial)
- Nerve Reconstruction (First Stage)
- Peripheral Nerve Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 64905: Nerve pedicle transfer; first stage
Also known as:
- Nerve Repair with Synthetic Tube or Vein Graft
- Nerve tube repair
- Vein graft nerve repair
- Synthetic conduit nerve repair
CPT Codes:
- 64910: Nerve repair; with synthetic conduit or vein allograft (eg, nerve tube), each nerve
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Skin Nerve Tumor Removal
- Cutaneous Neurofibroma Excision
- Neurolemmoma Removal
- Skin Nerve Tumor Surgery
- Peripheral Nerve Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 64788: Excision of neurofibroma or neurolemmoma; cutaneous nerve
Does Dr. Chim accept my insurance?
Dr. Chim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chim accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Chim in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Chim's office located?
What is Dr. Chim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750581120.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chim
What is Dr. Harvey Chim's specialty?
Dr. Chim is a Plastic Surgeon near Gainesville, FL. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Chim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Harvey Chim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chim is affiliated with UF Health Shands Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Harvey Chim accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Harvey Chim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Harvey Chim offer online booking?
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