Summary

Dr. John Lim is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated five decades to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio and completed his ophthalmology residency at Tulane University Hospital and Clinics. His extensive training also included a transitional year at Christus St. Joseph Hospital and additional residency work at Christus Santa Rosa Health Care Program. Dr. Lim is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Lim practices at Houston Eye Associates locations throughout Houston, Texas, and maintains hospital privileges at Pam Rehabilitation Hospital of Humble. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, two of the most common vision-threatening conditions affecting adults. His expertise extends to managing keratoconjunctivitis sicca, commonly known as dry eye syndrome. Dr. Lim performs comprehensive eye exams, cataract surgery, and intraocular lens implant procedures to help restore and preserve his patients' vision. Patients rate him 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting his commitment to quality eye care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 50 years of experience
  • 62 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Ophthalmology; Christus St Joseph Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
  • 27 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

John M. Lim has 2 locations

Houston Eye Associates

2855 Gramercy StHouston, TX 77025
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Houston Eye Associates

915 Gessner Rd Suite 250Houston, TX 77024
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.5 
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50 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Houston , TXWebster , TXHouston , TXWebster , TX
Med School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School Med School: University of Minnesota
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John M. Lim

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Memorial Hermann - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Staywell Insurance
  • Superior Vision
  • Superior Vision - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior Vision - PPO
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

John M. Lim has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

John M. Lim has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

John M. Lim holds an active medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Ophthalmology; Christus St Joseph Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year, Christus Santa Rosa Health Care Program, Tulane University School of Medicine, Ahmanson/UCLA Adult Congenital Heart Dis. Ctr. in 1986, Tulane in 1983, and St Joseph Hospital in 1983.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx in 1982, The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio in 1982, and University of Texas Medical School, Houston in 1976.

NPI Number

John M. Lim's NPI number is 1508851346.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is John Lim affiliated with?
John Lim is affiliated with Pam Rehabilitation Hospital Of Humble.
Does John Lim accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that John Lim accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with John Lim?
You can find contact information for John Lim here on Vitals.
Does John Lim accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
John Lim has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is John Lim's office located?
John Lim's office is located at 2855 Gramercy St, Houston, TX, 77025.

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