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Dr. Ruth Lin, MD

San Jose, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lin, Clinical Geneticist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Ruth Lin, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Lin completed her residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Pediatrics. Dr. Lin is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (408) 885-7973.

    Where did Dr. Lin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity

    Is Dr. Lin board certified as a Clinical Geneticist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Lin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics , American Board of Pediatrics

    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 Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Lin typically treat?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, 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:

    • Genetic Counseling for Family Planning
    • Genetic Counseling
    • Reproductive Genetic Counseling
    • Preconception Genetic Counseling
    • Family Planning Genetic Advice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z315: Encounter for procreative genetic counseling

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Chromosomal Abnormality
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Genetic Chromosome Disorder
    • Chromosome Problem
    • Aneuploidy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q999: Chromosomal abnormality, unspecified

    What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Lin typically perform?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruth Lin may include:

    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 (408) 885-7973 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Lin in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lin's office located?

    Dr. Ruth Lin's Primary Practice

    751 S Bascom Ave Ste 310

    San Jose, CA 95128

    (408) 885-7973

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    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 1780812602.

    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. Ruth Lin's specialty?

    Dr. Lin is a Clinical Geneticist near San Jose, CA.

    What does a Clinical Geneticist do?

    A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders.

    Is this Dr. Ruth Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco 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

    When to see a Clinical Geneticist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Geneticist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ruth Lin accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Lin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruth Lin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (408) 885-7973 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruth Lin?

    Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (408) 885-7973 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Lin have?

    Dr. Ruth Lin is certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics and American Board of Pediatrics.

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