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DR. VIVIAN LIM M.D.
NPI 1295796753
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in La Jolla, CA

Active since March 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
10666 N TORREY PINES RD, LA JOLLA, CA 92037(858) 554-2626(858) 554-2699 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 31, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Vivian Lim M.d. NPPES

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

DR. VIVIAN LIM M.D. (NPI 1295796753) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in La Jolla, California, licensed in California (G58509) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295796753
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. VIVIAN LIMCredential: M.D.
Location Address10666 N TORREY PINES RDLa Jolla, CA 92037-1027
Mailing Address10790 Rancho Bernardo RdSan Diego, CA 92127-5705 · (858) 554-2626
Phone(858) 554-2626
Fax(858) 554-2699
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 31, 2016
✔ NPI 1295796753 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G58509
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
10666 N TORREY PINES RD, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00G585090CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Vivian Lim M.d. 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 ID6204967193
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100621000539
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Vivian Lim reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Regents Of The University Of California
11 mi
Diagnostic Radiology
200 W ARBOR DR
San Diego, CA 92103
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 360 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1558463927 (800) 926-8273
Uc San Diego Health Community Group
13 mi
Community Health
16950 VIA TAZON
San Diego, CA 92127
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 271 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1659864247 (858) 249-5908
Inview Imaging Diagnostics Inc A Professional Medical Corporation
434 mi
Radiology
3450 HILLCREST AVE AT WILDFLOWER DRIVE
Antioch, CA 94509
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 40 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1285603837 (925) 757-2100

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.

Screening 3d breast mammography 77063
Screening 3D breast mammography is a procedure that uses low-dose X-rays to create detailed images of the breast. This allows for early detection of any unusual changes or growths. It's a non-invasive, outpatient procedure that typically takes about 30 minutes.
200 services200 patients
Screening mammography 77067
Screening mammography is a preventative measure that uses low-dose X-rays to take images of the chest area. It's a key tool in early detection of abnormalities, helping to identify issues before they become symptomatic. It is recommended annually for certain age groups.
200 services200 patients
Screening 3d breast mammography 77063
Screening 3D breast mammography is a procedure that uses low-dose X-rays to create detailed images of the breast. This allows for early detection of any unusual changes or growths. It's a non-invasive, outpatient procedure that typically takes about 30 minutes.
182 services182 patients
Screening mammography 77067
Screening mammography is a preventative measure that uses low-dose X-rays to take images of the chest area. It's a key tool in early detection of abnormalities, helping to identify issues before they become symptomatic. It is recommended annually for certain age groups.
182 services182 patients
Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis, unilateral or bilateral (list separately in addition to 77065 or 77066) G0279
Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis is a 3D imaging test that allows doctors to examine your breast tissue layer by layer. It's performed on one or both sides. It helps in detecting abnormalities more accurately. It's often done in addition to other tests.
77 services77 patients
Diagnostic mammography of both breasts 77066
Diagnostic mammography involves using special imaging technology to capture detailed images of both breasts. This procedure helps in identifying any unusual changes or abnormalities. It's a crucial step in ensuring breast health and early detection of potential issues.
54 services54 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92037 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
$94.87 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

MRS. SUSAN ELIZABETH MCKIM PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-8646
ROBERT R. VARNEY M.D.
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 626-7275
DR. ERMINIA M. GUARNERI M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-3330
KATRINA DELEON MD
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-6158
VIRGINIA CHAN MD
Hospitalist
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-3200
NOOR QADDOUR DO
Hospitalist
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-7909
DR. DEAN J. VAYSER D.P.M.
Podiatrist
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-9300
DR. ARASH KERMANSHAHI M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-7993

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 Vivian Lim's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vivian Lim is 1295796753. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2006.

Where is Vivian Lim located?

Vivian Lim practices at 10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037. The listed phone number is (858) 554-2626.

What is Vivian Lim's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Vivian Lim enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vivian 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Vivian Lim's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Vivian Lim reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Regents Of The University Of California (San Diego, CA), Uc San Diego Health Community Group (San Diego, CA) and Inview Imaging Diagnostics Inc A Professional Medical Corporation (Antioch, CA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Vivian Lim's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vivian Lim was last updated on October 31, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.