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Who is Dr. Lin, Procedural Dermatologist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Shinko Lin, MD is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lin is fluent in English, 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 (619) 462-1670.
What languages does Dr. Lin speak?
Dr. Lin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lin treat?
As a Procedural 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:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Thickened Skin Condition
- Other Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Skin hypertrophy
- Hypertrophic skin disorder
- Skin thickening
- Unspecified Skin Condition
- Skin and Tissue Disorder
- Dermatological Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin
- L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
- Acne breakouts
- Zits
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
- L708: Other acne
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
Also known as:
- Other types of warts
- Warts
- Different kinds of warts
- Various warts
- Uncommon warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- B078: Other viral warts
Also known as:
- Other Non-Scarring Hair Loss
- Alopecia Areata
- Hair Loss
- Alopecia areata
- Reversible hair loss
- Temporary baldness
- Non-permanent hair thinning
- Patchy hair loss
- Autoimmune hair loss
- Spot baldness
ICD-10 Codes:
- L658: Other specified nonscarring hair loss
- L638: Other alopecia areata
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
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:
- Hair Follicle Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Follicular Skin Issues
- Hair Follicle Problems
- Skin Follicle Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L738: Other specified follicular disorders
Also known as:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Seborrheic eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- L218: Other seborrheic dermatitis
Also known as:
- Severe Itching
- Itching
- Chronic pruritus
- Generalized itching
- Persistent itch
ICD-10 Codes:
- L298: Other pruritus
Also known as:
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergy
- Rashes
- Allergic skin rash
- Contact allergy
- Skin irritation from allergens
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2389: Allergic contact dermatitis due to other agents
Which procedures does Dr. Lin perform as a Procedural Dermatologist?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shinko Lin may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lin's office.
Does Dr. Lin accept my insurance?
Dr. Lin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 462-1670 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Lin in La Mesa, 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
Community Health Group
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Partners Plans
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Presence Health
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Where is Dr. Lin's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shinko Lin?
Dr. Lin has appointments available at her La Mesa, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
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 1205130036.
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. Shinko Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Procedural Dermatologist near La Mesa, CA. Procedural Dermatology is a distinct subspecialty of Dermatology, that involves a diverse range of surgical techniques aimed at the removal or alteration of skin tissue for both health-related and aesthetic purposes. The techniques employed in this discipline include scalpel surgery, laser surgery, chemical surgery, cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen), electrosurgery, aspiration surgery, liposuction, injection of filler substances, and Mohs micrographic controlled surgery (an advanced procedure designed for the elimination of growths, with a focus on skin cancers). Contact Dr. Lin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shinko Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Procedural Dermatologist?
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Is Shinko Lin accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shinko Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shinko Lin offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lin, or call (619) 462-1670 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Shinko Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (619) 462-1670 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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