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Dr. Jennifer Lin, MD

Dr. Jennifer Lin, MD

San Diego, CA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lin, Dermatologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Jennifer Lin, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Lin graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed her residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Lin is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office.

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

    • Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Lin board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jennifer Lin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    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 Dermatologist, 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:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Melanoma
    • Melanoma of the Trunk
    • Melanoma of the Left Leg or Hip
    • Melanoma of the Right Arm or Shoulder
    • Melanoma of Right Leg or Hip
    • Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
    • Malignant Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
    • Cutaneous Melanoma
    • Black Skin Cancer
    • Malignant Melanoma of Body
    • Skin Cancer on Torso
    • Left Leg Melanoma
    • Left Hip Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma of Left Leg
    • Right Arm Melanoma
    • Right Shoulder Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma of Right Arm
    • Right Leg Melanoma
    • Right Hip Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Right Leg
    • Right Lower Limb Melanoma
    • Scalp Melanoma
    • Neck Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Scalp
    • Skin Cancer of Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
    • C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
    • C4372: Malignant melanoma of left lower limb, including hip
    • C4361: Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C4371: Malignant melanoma of right lower limb, including hip
    • C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Rash
    • Skin Condition
    • Rashes
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
    • Tumor of uncertain nature
    • Lesion of uncertain behavior
    • Indeterminate mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
    • D489: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma
    • Skin Melanoma
    • Melanoma Skin Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85820: Personal history of malignant melanoma of skin

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Lin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Lin in San Diego, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lin's office located?

    Dr. Jennifer Lin's Primary Practice

    8899 University Center Ln Ste 350

    San Diego, CA 92122

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    Dr. Jennifer Lin's Practice 2

    200 W Arbor Dr # 8201

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    Dr. Jennifer Lin's Practice 3

    3855 Health Sciences Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92093

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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 1568598308.

    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. Jennifer Lin's specialty?

    Dr. Lin is a Dermatologist near San Diego, CA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Lin to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Hospital, Massachusetts General 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

    Where can I learn more about Dermatologist?

    Explore Dermatologist with 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 Jennifer Lin accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Jennifer Lin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Lin?

    Please contact Dr. Lin's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Lin have?

    Dr. Jennifer Lin is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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