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Who is Dr. Lin, Hematologist in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Richard Lin, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Stony Brook, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (631) 444-2540.
What languages does Dr. Lin speak?
Dr. Lin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematologist like Dr. Lin typically treat?
As a Hematologist, 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:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
What procedures does a Hematologist like Dr. Lin typically perform?
As a Hematologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Lin may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Lin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lin accept my insurance?
Dr. Lin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 444-2540 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Lin in Stony Brook, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lin's office located?
Dr. Richard Lin's Primary Practice
University Hospital L5
Stony Brook, NY 11794
(631) 444-2540
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 1013942697.
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. Richard Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Hematologist near Stony Brook, NY.
What does a Hematologist do?
An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma.
Is this Dr. Richard Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Richard Lin accepting new patients in Stony Brook, NY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (631) 444-2540 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (631) 444-2540 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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