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Dr. Nicholas Lin, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lin, Family Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Nicholas Lin, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. 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 (361) 574-1858.

    Is Dr. Lin board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Lin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    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 Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lin typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lin typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas 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 (361) 574-1858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in San Antonio, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Bexar County Hospital District

    • Centene Corporation

    • Christus Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lin's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Lin's Primary Practice

    11130 Christus Hls Ste 119

    San Antonio, TX 78251

    (361) 574-1858

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    Dr. Nicholas Lin's Practice 2

    2555 Western Trails Blvd Ste 101

    Austin, TX 78745

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    Dr. Nicholas Lin's Practice 3

    6700 W Interstate 10

    Balcones Heights, TX 78201

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lin affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Central Texas Medical Center,San Marcos, TX
    Christus Santa Rosa Health Care Corporation,New Braunfels, TX
    Baptist Neighborhood Hospital - Shavano Park,San Antonio, TX

    What is Dr. Lin's NPI number?A 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 1972751360.

    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. Nicholas Lin's specialty?

    Dr. Lin is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels, University Hospital-San Antonio, Resolute Baptist Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Nicholas Lin accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Nicholas Lin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (361) 574-1858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Lin?

    Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (361) 574-1858 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lin's office located?

    Dr. Lin's offices are located in San Antonio, TX, Austin, TX, and Balcones Heights, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Lin have?

    Dr. Nicholas Lin is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.