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JOHN CHIN-TIONG LIM M.D.
NPI 1508899493
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Torrance, CA

Active since July 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4201 TORRANCE BLVD STE 530, TORRANCE, CA 90503(310) 540-5599(310) 371-7812 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 26, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 26, 2018, Jun 23, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About John Chin-tiong Lim M.d. NPPES

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

JOHN CHIN-TIONG LIM M.D. (NPI 1508899493) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Torrance, California, licensed in California (G52785) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508899493
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN CHIN-TIONG LIMCredential: M.D.
Location Address4201 TORRANCE BLVD STE 530Torrance, CA 90503
Mailing AddressPo Box 3129Torrance, CA 90510-3129 · (310) 792-3914 · Fax (855) 898-4055
Phone(310) 540-5599
Fax(310) 371-7812
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 1983
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 26, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1508899493 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G52785
Definition
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
4201 TORRANCE BLVD STE 530, Torrance, CA 90503
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

John Chin-tiong 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 ID7911187885
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110209000873
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 4

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
101 services46 patients
Ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina 76830
An ultrasound scan of the lower abdominal region is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. This helps in checking the health of reproductive organs and detecting any abnormalities. The scan is done via a small probe inserted into the body.
30 services19 patients
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
23 services23 patients
Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory Q0091
A Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90503 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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

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

JOHN C LIM M D INC
Obstetrics & Gynecology
4201 TORRANCE BLVD STE 530
TORRANCE, CA 90503
Los Angeles County (310) 540-5599

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 John Lim's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Lim is 1508899493. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2006.

Where is John Lim located?

John Lim practices at 4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 530, Torrance, CA 90503. The listed phone number is (310) 540-5599.

What is John Lim's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is John Lim enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John 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 John Lim was last updated on May 26, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.