Richard Lim, MD
NPI 1134174352 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Orland Park, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Lim, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Orland Park, IL (NPI 1134174352).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134174352
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036-091908 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,671 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 706 | $94 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 477 | $52 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 371 | $131 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 228 | $174 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 153 | $129 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 67 | 66 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 63 | 38 |
| Naproxen | 53 | 42 |
| Gabapentin | 50 | 25 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 35 | 27 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 27 | 24 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 25 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$9,967 across 15 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-24
- Last updated
- 2021-12-21
- Certified
- 2021-12-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Lim's NPI number?
- Richard Lim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134174352, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Lim's specialty?
- Richard Lim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Lim located?
- Richard Lim's practice location on file with NPPES is 10719 West 160th Street, Orland Park, IL 60467-5541.
- What is Richard Lim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Lim is (708) 226-3300.
- Does Richard Lim accept Medicare?
- Richard Lim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Lim's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Lim's NPI (1134174352) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.