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Dr. Fred Lim, MD

Dr. Fred Lim, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Alpharetta, GA

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lim, Family Medicine Specialist in Alpharetta, GA?

    Dr. Fred Lim, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alpharetta, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Lim completed his residency at Mac Neal Mem Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Lim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lim’s office at (201) 301-1317.

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

    • Residency: Mac Neal Mem Hosp, Family Medicine | Macnealhosp | MacNeal Hospital

    Is Dr. Lim board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Fred Lim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lim typically treat?

    As a Family 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lim typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Fred Lim may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 301-1317 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lim accept in Alpharetta, GA?

    Dr. Lim in Alpharetta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lim's office located?

    Dr. Fred Lim also offers virtual visits

    Suite 270

    3400 Old Milton Pkwy Ste C270

    Alpharetta, GA 30005

    (201) 301-1317

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    What is Dr. Lim's NPI number?A 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 1154362481.

    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. Fred Lim's specialty?

    Dr. Lim is a Family Medicine Specialist near Alpharetta, GA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Lim is affiliated with The Valley Hospital, Holy Name Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Fred Lim accepting new patients in Alpharetta, GA?

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

    Does Dr. Fred Lim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (201) 301-1317 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Fred Lim?

    Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (201) 301-1317 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lim's office located?

    Dr. Lim's office is located in Alpharetta, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Fred Lim have?

    Dr. Fred Lim is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.