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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lin, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Ellen Lin, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Lin graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio and completed her residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Dr. Lin is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (210) 690-0777.
Where did Dr. Lin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center At Dallas | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio
What languages does Dr. Lin speak?
Dr. Lin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lin treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Lin diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lin. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Degenerative Lumbosacral Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47897: Other spondylosis, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Mid and Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracolumbar Spondylosis
- Mid-Lower Back Spine Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Mid-Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47815: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracolumbar region
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Cholera
- Asiatic cholera
- Epidemic cholera
- Vibrio cholerae infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A000: Cholera due to Vibrio cholerae 01, biovar cholerae
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Gluteal Tendinitis
- Tendinitis
- Gluteal Tendinopathy
- Gluteal Tendon Inflammation
- Hip Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7601: Gluteal tendinitis, right hip
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Lin perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ellen Lin may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lin's office.
Does Dr. Lin accept my insurance?
Dr. Lin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 690-0777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Lin in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lin's office located?
Dr. Ellen Lin's Primary Practice
21 Spurs Ln Ste 240
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 690-0777
Dr. Ellen Lin's Practice 2
255 E Sonterra Blvd Ste 203
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 690-0777
What is Dr. Lin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548273501.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lin
What is Dr. Ellen Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near San Antonio, TX. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs. Contact Dr. Lin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ellen Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Legent Orthopedic & Spine Hospital San Antonio which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Ellen Lin accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ellen Lin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (210) 690-0777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ellen Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (210) 690-0777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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