Alex Lima, M.D.
NPI 1356389381 · Family Medicine Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alex Lima, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1356389381).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356389381
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036110332 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
425 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 130 | $120 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 84 | $8 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 83 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 53 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 44 | $184 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 20 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 62 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 222 | 82 |
| Losartan Potassium | 142 | 49 |
| Metformin Hcl | 115 | 44 |
| Dexamethasone | 82 | 54 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 80 | 24 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 74 | 27 |
| Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2)brand: Vitamin D2 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$965 across 56 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
- 2006-06-03
- Last updated
- 2021-06-11
- Certified
- 2021-06-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alex Lima's NPI number?
- Alex Lima's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356389381, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alex Lima's specialty?
- Alex Lima is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alex Lima located?
- Alex Lima's practice location on file with NPPES is 2834 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60618-7401.
- What is Alex Lima's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alex Lima is (773) 772-1139.
- Does Alex Lima accept Medicare?
- Alex Lima is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alex Lima's NPI active?
- Yes — Alex Lima's NPI (1356389381) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.