Dr. Brian Lima
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 19 years
- Graduated from: Duke University School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 2002
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1669649703
Dr. Brian Lima M.D.
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
He is located at 3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic in Nashville, TN 37232. Can help patients with the following: Anal Fissure, Gallstones, Gangrene, Pancreatitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD). His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669649703. Appointment can be made via the phone number (615) 322-5000. He is affiliated with 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Brian Lima, being an cardiothoracic surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Brian Lima.
- Achalasia
- Anal Fissure
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Stenosis
- Appendicitis
- Boils
- Cancer
- Collapsed Lung
- Colon Cancer
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyst
- Diverticulosis
- Enlarged Spleen
- Esophageal Cancer
- Gallstones
- Gangrene
- Heart Disease
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Lymphedema
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Brian Lima as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Alliant Health Plans, Inc.
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 9 plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoloCare Bronze EPO $8500 DED HSA 10004 | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| SoloCare Exp Bronze EPO $9500 DED 10015 | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| SoloCare Gold EPO $1500 DED 10010 | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| SoloCare Silver EPO $5000 DED 10014 | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| SoloCare Silver EPO $6500 DED 10013 | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| SoloCare Standard Exp Bronze EPO $7500 DED 10008 | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| SoloCare Standard Gold EPO $2000 DED 10006 | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| SoloCare Standard Platinum EPO $0 DED 10005 | EPO · Platinum | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| SoloCare Standard Silver EPO $6000 DED 10007 | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Ambetter of Tennessee
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 16 plans from Ambetter of Tennessee
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Network data as of Aug 25, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlueCross B16S $50 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Blue Network S | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross G08S $30 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health ® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Gold | Blue Network S | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross S26S $40 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Silver | Blue Network S | Accepting new patients |
Cigna Healthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 10 plans from Cigna Healthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connect Bronze 7500 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze 8500 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze CMS Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Gold 1500 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Gold CMS Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect myDiabetesCare Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect myDiabetesCare Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver 3000 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver 4500 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver CMS Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Oscar Insurance Company
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 15 plans from Oscar Insurance Company
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze Classic Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Diabetes | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Classic Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Elite | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Classic | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Classic Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Diabetes | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple PCP Saver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Brian Lima is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Brian Lima is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery .
Bills through: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Thoratec | $11443 |
| Heartware | $7692 |
| Abbott Laboratories | $4050 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $20469 |
| Travel and Lodging | $17088 |
| Consulting | $1894 |
| Other | $1795 |
| Promotional Speaking or Service | $1750 |
Spoken languages
- English
- Spanish
Studies
DUKE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 2002Additional Specialities
- Surgeon
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Questions & Answers
What conditions does Dr. Brian Lima treat?
Dr. Brian Lima provides treatment for Anal Fissure, Gallstones, Gangrene, Pancreatitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD). For the full list see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Brian Lima?
Dr. Brian Lima's office is located at 3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic in Nashville, TN 37232.
Does Dr. Brian Lima accept insurance?
Dr. Brian Lima is listed in-network for 53 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter of Tennessee, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Cigna Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Has Dr. Brian Lima affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Brian Lima is affiliated with NS/LIJ HS-NORTH SHORE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AT MANHASSET.