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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lin, Ophthalmologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Shuai-Chun Lin, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lin is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (215) 456-7150.
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:
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Atrophy
- Optic Neuritis
- Pseudopapilledema
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Inflammation of Optic Nerve
- Pseudo-swollen optic disc
- Optic disc elevation
- Congenital optic disc anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H468: Other optic neuritis
- H47333: Pseudopapilledema of optic disc, bilateral
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Visual Distortions
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Metamorphopsia
- Macropsia
- Micropsia
- Distorted vision
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
- H5315: Visual distortions of shape and size
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Also known as:
- Visual Field Defects
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Blind spots in vision
- Peripheral vision loss
- Vision field problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5340: Unspecified visual field defects
Also known as:
- Convergence Insufficiency
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Convergence disorder
- Eye teaming problem
- Near vision difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5111: Convergence insufficiency
Also known as:
- Glaucoma
- High eye pressure
- Optic nerve damage
- Ocular hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- H409: Unspecified glaucoma
Also known as:
- Medical Exam for Unspecified Reason
- General medical observation
- Routine checkup
- Unspecified health assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z049: Encounter for examination and observation for unspecified reason
Which procedures does Dr. Lin perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shuai-Chun Lin may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
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 (215) 456-7150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Lin in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lin's office located?
Dr. Shuai-Chun Lin's Primary Practice
5401 Old York Rd Ste 205
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 456-7150
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 1083105654.
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. Shuai-Chun Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Ophthalmologist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Shuai-Chun Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Shuai-Chun Lin accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Shuai-Chun Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shuai-Chun Lin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (215) 456-7150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shuai-Chun Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (215) 456-7150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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