Michele Lim, M.D.
NPI 1962487025 · Ophthalmology Physician · Sacramento, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michele Lim, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Sacramento, CA (NPI 1962487025).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962487025
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A61445 (CA)
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
3,605 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 840 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 676 | $99 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 646 | $22 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 443 | $67 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 437 | $28 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,284 | 408 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 762 | 229 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 378 | 129 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 255 | 69 |
| Timolol Maleate | 221 | 79 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 176 | 65 |
| Brinzolamide | 127 | 38 |
| Pilocarpine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$268 across 8 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
- 2005-12-13
- Last updated
- 2011-12-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michele Lim's NPI number?
- Michele Lim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962487025, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michele Lim's specialty?
- Michele Lim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michele Lim located?
- Michele Lim's practice location on file with NPPES is 4860 Y St, Sacramento, CA 95817-2307.
- What is Michele Lim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michele Lim is (916) 734-6204.
- Does Michele Lim accept Medicare?
- Michele Lim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michele Lim's NPI active?
- Yes — Michele Lim's NPI (1962487025) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-12-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.