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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lin, Thoracic Surgeon in Clovis, CA?
Dr. John Lin, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Clovis, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lin is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (310) 936-4126.
What languages does Dr. Lin speak?
Dr. Lin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Lin typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pus in Chest Cavity
- Abscess
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Empyema
- Pleural empyema
- Infected pleural space
ICD-10 Codes:
- J869: Pyothorax without fistula
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Loss of Part of Lung
- Lung Disease
- Partial Lung Removal
- Lung Resection
- Missing Lung Segment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z902: Acquired absence of lung [part of]
Also known as:
- Other Mediastinum Disorder
- Various mediastinal diseases
- Unspecified chest cavity problems
- Other conditions of the mediastinum
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Lin typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Lin performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Total Lung Decortication
- Lung Decortication (Thoracoscopy)
- Lung Peeling Surgery
- Pleural Decortication
- Removal of Lung Scar Tissue
- Lung Membrane Stripping
- Thoracoscopic lung decortication
- Pleural peel removal
- Lung lining surgery
CPT Codes:
- 32220: Decortication, pulmonary (separate procedure); total
- 32652: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with total pulmonary decortication, including intrapleural pneumonolysis
Also known as:
- Thoracoscopy with Lymph Node Removal
- VATS Lymphadenectomy
- Mediastinal Lymph Node Dissection
- Thoracic Lymph Node Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 32674: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with mediastinal and regional lymphadenectomy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Open Rib Fracture Repair (1-3 Ribs)
- Rib Fixation Surgery
- Broken Rib Surgery
- Internal Fixation of Ribs
- Thoracoscopic Rib Repair
CPT Codes:
- 21811: Open treatment of rib fracture(s) with internal fixation, includes thoracoscopic visualization when performed, unilateral; 1-3 ribs
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Does Dr. Lin accept my insurance?
Dr. Lin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 936-4126 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in Clovis, CA?
Dr. Lin in Clovis, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Asante
Blue Shield of California
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Lin's office located?
Dr. John Lin's Primary Practice
729 N Medical Center Dr W Ste 223
Clovis, CA 93611
(310) 936-4126
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 1992961270.
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. John Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Thoracic Surgeon near Clovis, CA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. John Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Clovis Community Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Saint Agnes Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial 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 John Lin accepting new patients in Clovis, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Lin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (310) 936-4126 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (310) 936-4126 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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