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Dr. Emerson Lim, MD

Kentwood, MI

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lim, Medical Oncologist in Kentwood, MI?

    Dr. Emerson Lim, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Kentwood, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lim is currently affiliated with Reed City Hospital Multi Specialty. Dr. Lim is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lim’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lim’s office at (616) 486-6700.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lim?

    Dr. Emerson Lim, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lim empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bladder Cancer, Kidney Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kentwood, MI community, Dr. Lim is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

      Is Dr. Lim board certified as a Medical Oncologist?

      Yes, Dr. Emerson Lim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Lim speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Lim typically treat?

      As a Medical Oncologist, 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:

      • Prostate Cancer
      • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
      • Prostatic Carcinoma
      • Prostate Gland Cancer
      • Malignant Prostate Tumor

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

      Also known as:

      • Cancer Chemotherapy
      • Cancer Immunotherapy
      • Chemo treatment
      • Oncology chemotherapy
      • Cancer drug therapy
      • Oncology immunotherapy
      • Immune therapy for cancer

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
      • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

      Also known as:

      • Kidney Cancer
      • Renal cancer
      • Kidney carcinoma
      • Renal cell carcinoma

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis

      Also known as:

      • Kidney Cancer
      • Renal Cancer
      • Kidney Tumor
      • Renal Cell Carcinoma

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis

      What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Lim typically perform?

      As a Medical Oncologist, 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:

      • Blood Transfusion
      • Blood Transfusion and Donation
      • Blood product transfusion
      • Red blood cell transfusion
      • Plasma transfusion

      CPT Codes:

      • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

      Also known as:

      • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
      • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
      • Subcutaneous port placement
      • Central line with port

      CPT Codes:

      • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

      Also known as:

      • Declotting of Vascular Access Device
      • Catheter declotting
      • Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
      • Blocked port-a-cath treatment
      • Vascular access device unblocking

      CPT Codes:

      • 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter

      Also known as:

      • Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
      • Medical Nutrition Therapy
      • Dietitian Re-assessment
      • Nutritional Counseling Session
      • Diet and Health Review
      • Dietary Counseling
      • Nutritional Assessment
      • Registered Dietitian Consultation

      CPT Codes:

      • 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
      • 97802: Medical nutrition therapy; initial assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes

      Does Dr. Lim accept my insurance?

      Dr. Lim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 486-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Lim accept in Kentwood, MI?

      Dr. Lim in Kentwood, MI 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Federal government of the United States

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • Spectrum / Priority Health

      • State of Michigan

      • UnitedHealth Group

      • Unknown

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      Where is Dr. Lim's office located?

      200 Shmg Internal Medicine

      4444 Kalamazoo Ave SE Ste 200

      Kentwood, MI 49508

      (616) 486-6700

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      4100 Shmg General Oncology And Undiagnos

      145 Michigan St NE Ste 3100

      Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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      Reed City Hospital Multi Specialty

      300 N Patterson Rd

      Reed City, MI 49677

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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 1407030307.

      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. Emerson Lim's specialty?

      Dr. Lim is a Medical Oncologist near Kentwood, MI.

      What does a Medical Oncologist do?

      An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.

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

      Yes, Dr. Lim is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth 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

      When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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      Is Emerson Lim accepting new patients in Kentwood, MI?

      No, Dr. Emerson Lim is not accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Emerson Lim offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (616) 486-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Emerson Lim?

      Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (616) 486-6700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Emerson Lim have?

      Dr. Emerson Lim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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