Edward Lim, M.D.
NPI 1194797829 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Cincinnati, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Lim, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Cincinnati, OH (NPI 1194797829).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194797829
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 23944 (KY)
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
1,763 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 364 | $66 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 210 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 173 | $53 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 150 | $42 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 141 | $85 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 139 | $38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 51 | 26 |
| Amoxicillin | 50 | 40 |
| Methylprednisolone | 37 | 32 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 29 | 26 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 22 | 18 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 21 | 17 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 16 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$651 across 14 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
- 2006-02-06
- Last updated
- 2020-10-21
- Certified
- 2020-10-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Lim's NPI number?
- Edward Lim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194797829, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Lim's specialty?
- Edward Lim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Lim located?
- Edward Lim's practice location on file with NPPES is 4460 Red Bank Expressway, Cincinnati, OH 45227-2173.
- What is Edward Lim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Lim is (513) 791-5200.
- Does Edward Lim accept Medicare?
- Edward Lim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Lim's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Lim's NPI (1194797829) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.