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Who is Dr. Lin, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Michael Lin, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lin graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Lin is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (617) 936-6156.
Where did Dr. Lin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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 Dr. Lin treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Low-Tension Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Normal-Tension Glaucoma
- NTG
- Normal Pressure Glaucoma
- Low Pressure Glaucoma
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H401222: Low-tension glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
- H401232: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40052: Ocular hypertension, left eye
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401223: Low-tension glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H401231: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40051: Ocular hypertension, right eye
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H401233: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
What procedures does Dr. Lin perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, 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.
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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
Also known as:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
- Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
- Ciliary body laser
- CPC treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral
Does Dr. Lin accept my insurance?
Dr. Lin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 936-6156 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Lin in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lin's office located?
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 1801200563.
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. Michael Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Lin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mass Eye And Ear - Main Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Michael Lin accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Lin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (617) 936-6156 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (617) 936-6156 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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