David Lim, M.D.
NPI 1841272564 · Urology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Lim, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1841272564).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841272564
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J8033 (TX)
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
1,456 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 | 545 | $128 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 237 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 153 | $91 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 120 | $78 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 67 | $130 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,135 | 390 |
| Finasteride | 892 | 285 |
| Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystalbrand: Nitrofurantoin | 242 | 91 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | 229 | 39 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 172 | 140 |
| Cefuroxime Axetilbrand: Cefuroxime | 166 | 138 |
| Cephalexin | 146 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$920 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
- 2005-11-17
- Last updated
- 2026-01-02
- Certified
- 2026-01-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Lim's NPI number?
- David Lim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841272564, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Lim's specialty?
- David Lim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Lim located?
- David Lim's practice location on file with NPPES is 18220 State Highway 249, Houston, TX 77070-4377.
- What is David Lim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Lim is (713) 464-7643.
- Does David Lim accept Medicare?
- David Lim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Lim's NPI active?
- Yes — David Lim's NPI (1841272564) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.