Chi Lim, M.D.
NPI 1811162506 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Spartanburg, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chi Lim, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Spartanburg, SC (NPI 1811162506).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1811162506
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 37351 (SC)
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
18 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
2,918 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 | 614 | $117 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 457 | $23 |
| X-Ray of Middle and Lower Spine, 2 Views72080 | 202 | $31 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 146 | $36 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 145 | $154 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 136 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 176 | 92 |
| Methocarbamol | 119 | 61 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 82 | 46 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 75 | 43 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 57 | 27 |
| Pregabalin | 32 | 19 |
| Meloxicam | 32 | 17 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$56,388 across 191 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
- 2008-04-24
- Last updated
- 2015-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chi Lim's NPI number?
- Chi Lim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811162506, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chi Lim's specialty?
- Chi Lim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chi Lim located?
- Chi Lim's practice location on file with NPPES is 1330 Boiling Springs Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29303-4201.
- What is Chi Lim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chi Lim is (864) 582-6396.
- Does Chi Lim accept Medicare?
- Chi Lim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chi Lim's NPI active?
- Yes — Chi Lim's NPI (1811162506) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.