Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nicholas Lim Chow Tom, MBBCH
Transplant Hepatology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Gastroenterology Physician · Rochester, NY
- NPI 1710159363
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.9 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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601 Elmwood Ave
Rochester, NY 146420001
(585) 275-5875 - Mailing address
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601 Elmwood Ave Box MED
Rochester, NY 146420001
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 2, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RT0003X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #335130
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710159363. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
183
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$18,439
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 52 | 42 | $91 | |
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 35 | 34 | $5 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 31 | 31 | $107 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 29 | 23 | $137 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 22 | 21 | $233 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 14 | 14 | $82 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Rochester Transplant Hepatology Physician, average services per provider: 30. This provider delivers 6.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$150
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penumbra, INC. | 1 | $150.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
712
Patients
130
Total drug cost
$356,965
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ursodiol | Generic | 81 | 22 | $29,995 |
| Tacrolimus | Generic | 77 | 19 | $12,747 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 72 | 12 | $515 |
| Xifaxan (Rifaximin) | Brand | 65 | 0 | $206,349 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 56 | 52 | $1,760 |
| Lactulose | Generic | 56 | 13 | $4,600 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 53 | 0 | $1,394 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 43 | 12 | $1,106 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 39 | 0 | $1,101 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | Generic | 34 | 0 | $2,443 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nicholas Lim Chow Tom's medical specialty?
Dr. Nicholas Lim Chow Tom practices Transplant Hepatology Physician in Rochester, NY.
Where does Dr. Nicholas Lim Chow Tom practice?
Dr. Nicholas Lim Chow Tom practices at 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 146420001. Office phone: 5852755875.
What is Dr. Nicholas Lim Chow Tom's NPI?
Dr. Nicholas Lim Chow Tom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710159363, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nicholas Lim Chow Tom accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas Lim Chow Tom accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nicholas Lim Chow Tom commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43235). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.