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Who is Dr. Lin, Ophthalmologist in West Covina, CA?
Dr. Joseph Lin, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in West Covina, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Lin completed his residency at Yale - New Haven Hospital. Dr. Lin is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (626) 653-9395.
Where did Dr. Lin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA)
Residency: Yale - New Haven Hospital
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 Ophthalmologist, 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:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Droopy Eyelid
- Entropion
- Eyelid Turning Out
- Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
- Eyelid Turning Outward
- Chalazion
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
- Inward-turning eyelid
- Eyelid turning in
- Spastic entropion
- Ectropion
- Outward-Turning Eyelid
- Eyelid Malposition
- Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
- Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
- Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid
- Everted Eyelid
- Eyelid Eversion
- Unspecified Ectropion
- Spastic Ectropion
- Meibomian cyst
- Eyelid cyst
- Stye-like bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02001: Unspecified entropion of right upper eyelid
- H02102: Unspecified ectropion of right lower eyelid
- H02002: Unspecified entropion of right lower eyelid
- H02402: Unspecified ptosis of left eyelid
- H02401: Unspecified ptosis of right eyelid
- H02005: Unspecified entropion of left lower eyelid
- H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid
- H02105: Unspecified ectropion of left lower eyelid
- H0014: Chalazion left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Blocked tear duct
- Tears
- Nasolacrimal duct obstruction
- Dacryostenosis
- Tear duct blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04551: Acquired stenosis of right nasolacrimal duct
- H04552: Acquired stenosis of left nasolacrimal duct
Also known as:
- Excessive Tearing
- Tears
- Watery eyes
- Epiphora
- Tearing eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04203: Unspecified epiphora, bilateral
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Left Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Left Facial Twitch
- Left Facial Muscle Spasm
- Left Side Facial Tic
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Facial Myokymia
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Facial Muscle Quivering
- Facial Muscle Rippling
- Persistent Facial Twitch
ICD-10 Codes:
- G514: Facial myokymia
Which procedures does Dr. Lin perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Lin may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
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 (626) 653-9395 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in West Covina, CA?
Dr. Lin in West Covina, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Bright Health
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lin's office located?
Dr. Joseph Lin's Primary Practice
1135 S Sunset Ave Ste 210
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 653-9395
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 1346404340.
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. Joseph Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Ophthalmologist near West Covina, CA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Lin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Pih Health Whittier Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joseph Lin accepting new patients in West Covina, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Lin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (626) 653-9395 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (626) 653-9395 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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