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Dr. Edward Lin, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lin, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Edward Lin, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Lin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (925) 296-9000.

    What languages does Dr. Lin speak?

    Dr. Lin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lin typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lin typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward 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 (925) 296-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lin's office located?

    Dr. Edward Lin's Primary Practice

    1450 Treat Blvd Ste 160

    Walnut Creek, CA 94597

    (925) 296-9000

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    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 1629226337.

    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. Edward Lin's specialty?

    Dr. Lin is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Edward Lin accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Edward Lin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (925) 296-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (925) 296-9000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lin's office located?

    Dr. Lin's office is located in Walnut Creek, CA.