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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lin, Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Chih-Chun Lin, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Lin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (212) 305-1303.
What languages does Dr. Lin speak?
Dr. Lin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Lin typically treat?
As a Neurologist, 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:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinsonism
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Ataxia
- Movement Disorder
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
- Loss of Coordination
- Clumsiness
- Balance Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
- R270: Ataxia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Dyskinesia
- Drug Reactions
- Dystonia
- Medication-Induced Movement Disorder
- Tardive Dyskinesia
- Drug Side Effect Dystonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G2401: Drug induced subacute dyskinesia
Also known as:
- Hereditary Ataxia
- Cerebellar Disorder
- Movement Disorder
- Genetic Ataxia
- Inherited Ataxia
- Cerebellar Ataxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G119: Hereditary ataxia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hereditary Ataxia
- Cerebellar Disorder
- Movement Disorder
- Genetic Ataxia
- Inherited Balance Disorder
- Familial Ataxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G118: Other hereditary ataxias
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Lin typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chih-Chun Lin may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
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 (212) 305-1303 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Unknown
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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 1366837668.
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. Chih-Chun Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Neurologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Chih-Chun Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Emerson Health, 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chih-Chun Lin accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Chih-Chun Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chih-Chun Lin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (212) 305-1303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chih-Chun Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (212) 305-1303 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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