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. 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 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 as a 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 a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Lin typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy
- Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy
- Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Lin typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft
- Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
- Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
Also known as:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Eye Injection (Anterior Chamber)
- Injection into front of eye
- Anterior chamber injection
- Ocular injection
CPT Codes:
- 66020: Injection, anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); air or liquid
Also known as:
- Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
- Trichiasis Epilation
- Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
- Ingrown Eyelash Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only
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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Charles Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, San Mateo Medical Center 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 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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