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Dr. Vivian Lim, MD

Dr. Vivian Lim, MD

San Diego, CA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lim, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Vivian Lim, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Lim graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Lim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lim’s office at (800) 926-8273.

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

    • Fellowship: University California

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology | University California | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    What languages does Dr. Lim speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lim treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • ER Positive Breast Cancer
    • Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
    • Estrogen-Driven Cancer
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammogram
    • Breast Exam
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Lump in Upper Outer Left Breast
    • Breast Lump in Right Upper Outer Quadrant
    • Breast Lump in Right Breast Overlapping Quadrants
    • Breast Disease
    • Mass in upper outer left breast
    • Nodule in left breast upper outer
    • Lump in right breast upper outer
    • Right breast mass upper outer
    • Palpable mass right upper outer breast
    • Lump in right breast multiple areas
    • Right breast mass overlapping
    • Palpable mass right breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6321: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper outer quadrant
    • N6311: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper outer quadrant
    • N6315: Unspecified lump in the right breast, overlapping quadrants

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cyst
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast lump (cystic)
    • Fluid-filled breast sac

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6002: Solitary cyst of left breast
    • N6001: Solitary cyst of right breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Pain
    • Breast Disease
    • Mastalgia
    • Tender Breasts
    • Sore Breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N644: Mastodynia

    Also known as:

    • Implanted Device Management
    • Implant adjustment
    • Device follow-up
    • Managing medical implants

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4589: Encounter for adjustment and management of other implanted devices

    Also known as:

    • Heterogeneous Density in Both Breasts on Mammogram
    • Dense Breasts (Bilateral)
    • Unevenly Dense Breasts
    • Mammographic Heterogeneous Bilateral Breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R92333: Mammographic heterogeneous density, bilateral breasts

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Dense Breasts
    • Fibroglandular breast tissue
    • Dense breast tissue
    • High breast density

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R92323: Mammographic fibroglandular density, bilateral breasts

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Breast Disorder
    • Breast Disease
    • Various breast conditions
    • Miscellaneous breast ailments
    • Specific breast problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6489: Other specified disorders of breast

    Also known as:

    • Calcium Spots on Mammogram
    • Mammography
    • Breast calcifications
    • Mammogram calcifications
    • Calcium deposits in breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Which procedures does Dr. Lim perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vivian Lim may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lim's office.

    Does Dr. Lim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lim accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Lim in San Diego, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lim's office located?

    Dr. Vivian Lim's Primary Practice

    16950 Via Tazon

    San Diego, CA 92127

    (800) 926-8273

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    Dr. Vivian Lim's Practice 2

    9427 Health Sciences Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92093

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    Dr. Vivian Lim's Practice 3

    8929 University Center Ln

    San Diego, CA 92122

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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 1295796753.

    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. Vivian Lim's specialty?

    Dr. Lim is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Diego, CA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Lim to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Lim is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Vivian Lim accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Vivian Lim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vivian Lim?

    Please contact Dr. Lim's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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