Dr. Edward Lim, M.D.
Contact & Location
513-791-5200
Cincinnati, OH 45227
Dr. Lim performs more knee replacement procedures than 82% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #54 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Lim
Practice. Dr. Edward Lim is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cincinnati, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 67 knee replacements and 48 hip replacements, 115 procedures in all. That is #54 in Ohio for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 115 and 167 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 67 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Cincinnati has 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 72 | 64 | 0 |
| 2014 | 79 | 63 | 14 |
| 2015 | 73 | 86 | 0 |
| 2016 | 67 | 100 | 0 |
| 2017 | 51 | 76 | 15 |
| 2018 | 58 | 75 | 0 |
| 2019 | 57 | 82 | 0 |
| 2020 | 56 | 62 | 0 |
| 2021 | 76 | 83 | 0 |
| 2022 | 55 | 78 | 0 |
| 2023 | 59 | 79 | 0 |
| 2024 | 48 | 67 | 0 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Lim Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lim's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 115 to 167 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lim
How does Dr. Lim's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Lim has performed 115 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lim ranks #46 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lim perform?
Dr. Lim's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases) and hip replacement (48 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lim in Cincinnati?
Yes. There are 41 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lim represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Lim's total volume across all insurers at roughly 380 to 480 procedures against the 115 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Lim's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Lim's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 115 to 167 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Lim perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lim's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases), hip replacement (48 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lim affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lim is affiliated with Christ Hospital.
How does Dr. Lim compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati, Dr. Lim ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cincinnati has 264 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lim practices?
Christ Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cincinnati, Ohio
Dr. Lim's 115 Medicare procedures are below the Cincinnati average of 162. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cincinnati.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Swank | 264 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Spanyer | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Kirk | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Haleem Chaudhary | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Suresh Nayak | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Gunzenhaeuser | 142 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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