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DR. EDWARD STEPHEN LIM MD
NPI 1124099726
Ophthalmology in Branford, CT

Active since January 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
144 N MAIN ST, BRANFORD, CT 06405(203) 643-0270(203) 488-1104 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 27, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Edward Stephen Lim Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. EDWARD STEPHEN LIM MD (NPI 1124099726) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Branford, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (033710) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Vermont College Of Medicine (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124099726
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. EDWARD STEPHEN LIMCredential: MD
Location Address144 N MAIN STBranford, CT 06405-3044
Mailing Address144 N Main StBranford, CT 06405-3044 · (203) 643-0270 · Fax (203) 488-1104
Phone(203) 643-0270
Fax(203) 488-1104
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Vermont College Of MedicineGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateJanuary 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 27, 2010
✔ NPI 1124099726 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in CT · 033710
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
144 N MAIN ST, Branford, CT 06405
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Other Identifiers 6

Other010033710CT09CT · Anthem
Medicare UPINF83169
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified180000826CT
Other180034796CT · Mc
Medicaid001337105CT
OtherD400003711CT · Medicare Ptan

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Edward Stephen Lim Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID941201370
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070126000474
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing 92202
This procedure involves a detailed examination of the back part of your eye, focusing on the optic nerve, a crucial component for vision. A drawing or map of the optic nerve is created to help track any changes over time. This can help detect eye diseases early.
639 services255 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
581 services217 patients
Injection of drug into eye 67028
An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
343 services91 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
295 services150 patients
Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg J9035
Bevacizumab is a medication given through an injection. It's designed to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that cancer cells need to grow and spread. The 10 mg dose refers to the amount of the drug in the injection.
268 services77 patients
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178
Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.
150 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06405 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$138.84 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$75.55 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $18.88 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Dilated Macular Examination
100%469 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
100%112 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetic Macular Edema - Loss of Visual Acuity
97%29 patients
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%3,008 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
100%683 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 100% · 574 patients
Patients screened: 100% · 574 patients
96%23 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
94%53 patients
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Reduction of Intraocular Pressure (IOP) by 15% OR Documentation of a Plan of Care
100%32 patients
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 703 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 703 patients
0%703 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MS. LENNIS IVETTE GONZALEZ P.T.
Physical Therapist
144 N MAIN ST
BRANFORD, CT 06405
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 481-0818
JAMES J. ZUMPANO M.D.
Internal Medicine
144 N MAIN ST
BRANFORD, CT 06405
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 488-7339
JAMES J. ZUMPANO, M.D.,LLC
Internal Medicine
144 N MAIN ST
BRANFORD, CT 06405
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 488-7339
U.S. HEALTHWORKS MEDICAL GROUP OF CONNECTICUT, INC.
Preventive Medicine (Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine)
144 N MAIN ST
BRANFORD, CT 06405
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 481-0818
EDWARD S LIM, MD, LLC
Ophthalmology
144 N MAIN ST
BRANFORD, CT 06405
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 643-0270

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Edward Lim's NPI number?

The NPI number for Edward Lim is 1124099726. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 31, 2006.

Where is Edward Lim located?

Edward Lim practices at 144 N Main St, Branford, CT 06405. The listed phone number is (203) 643-0270.

What is Edward Lim's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Edward Lim enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Edward Lim is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Edward Lim was last updated on January 27, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.