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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lim, Internist in Huron, SD?
Dr. Ruth Lim, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Huron, SD. Dr. Lim is fluent in English and Filipino; Pilipino, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lim’s office at (605) 554-1015.
What languages does Dr. Lim speak?
Dr. Lim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lim typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Other Metabolic Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Rare Metabolic Disease Screening
- Uncommon Metabolic Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13228: Encounter for screening for other metabolic disorders
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lim typically perform?
As an Internist, 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
CPT Codes:
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
Does Dr. Lim accept my insurance?
Dr. Lim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 554-1015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lim accept in Huron, SD?
Dr. Lim in Huron, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Assurant
Avera Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica Group
Medicaid
Medicare
Sanford Health
State of South Dakota
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Lim's office located?
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 1215937297.
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. Ruth Lim's specialty?
Dr. Lim is a Internist near Huron, SD.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ruth Lim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lim is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center 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 Ruth Lim accepting new patients in Huron, SD?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Lim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruth Lim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (605) 554-1015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruth Lim?
Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (605) 554-1015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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