Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lin, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Charles Lin, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Lin completed his residency at University of California, San Francisco. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Fellow: Second Year in Practice. Dr. Lin is fluent in English and Chinese, 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 (415) 353-2564.
Where did Dr. Lin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCSF Dept of Ophthalmology, San Francsico, CA | UCSF Dept of Ophthalmology CA
Residency: University of California, San Francisco | University of California, San Francisco
Is Dr. Lin board certified in Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Lin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Ophthalmology since 2012, American Board of Ophthalmology since 2013
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 Dr. Lin treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, 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:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Age-Related Nuclear Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Nuclear Sclerotic Cataract
- Central Lens Clouding
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2510: Age-related nuclear cataract, unspecified eye
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Endothelial corneal dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
- Fuchs' dystrophy
- Fuchs endothelial dystrophy
- Corneal endothelial disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
- H18519: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, unspecified eye
Also known as:
- Corneal Swelling
- Corneal Inflammation
- Other Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Disorder
- Swollen Cornea
- Corneal Edema
- Fluid in Cornea
- Keratitis
- Inflamed Cornea
- Eye Inflammation
- Other Corneal Diseases
- Various Corneal Conditions
- Uncommon Corneal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1820: Unspecified corneal edema
- H169: Unspecified keratitis
- H18892: Other specified disorders of cornea, left eye
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H179: Unspecified corneal scar and opacity
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
- Conjunctival Growth
- Wing-shaped Eye Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11001: Unspecified pterygium of right eye
- H11003: Unspecified pterygium of eye, bilateral
Also known as:
- Herpes Eye Infection
- Herpes Simplex
- Herpes Keratitis
- Ocular Herpes
- Corneal Herpes
ICD-10 Codes:
- B0052: Herpesviral keratitis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
- Eyelid Disorder
- MGD
- Blocked Eyelid Glands
- Oil Gland Dysfunction of Eyelid
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02889: Meibomian gland dysfunction of unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
- Wing-shaped Growth on Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11002: Unspecified pterygium of left eye
Which procedures does Dr. Lin perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Charles 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 (415) 353-2564 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Lin in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Lin's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology, Fellow: Second Year in Practice
Fellow
Awards
Heed Fellowship, The Heed Foundation
Alpha Omega Alpha, UCSF
Phi Beta Kappa, Harvard University
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 1780818161.
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. Charles Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Stanford, CA. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Lin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Charles Lin accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Lin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (415) 353-2564 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (415) 353-2564 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Lin have?
Dr. Charles Lin is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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