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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lien, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Cynthia Lien, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Lien is fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lien’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lien’s office at (212) 746-7000.
What languages does Dr. Lien speak?
Dr. Lien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lien typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lien 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. Lien. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lien typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cynthia Lien may include:
Please contact Dr. Lien's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lien accept my insurance?
Dr. Lien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 746-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lien accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Lien in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lien's office located?
What is Dr. Lien's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124276043.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lien?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lien
What is Dr. Cynthia Lien's specialty?
Dr. Lien is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Cynthia Lien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lien is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Bronxcare Health System 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Cynthia Lien accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Cynthia Lien is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cynthia Lien offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lien's office at (212) 746-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cynthia Lien?
Please contact Dr. Lien's office at (212) 746-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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