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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. Dr. Lin is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office.
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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Lin typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Optic Atrophy
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Pseudopapilledema
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic Neuritis
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
- Pseudo-swollen optic disc
- Optic disc elevation
- Congenital optic disc anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
- H47333: Pseudopapilledema of optic disc, bilateral
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Visual Distortions
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Metamorphopsia
- Macropsia
- Micropsia
- Distorted vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
- H5315: Visual distortions of shape and size
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Lin typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by 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
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 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth 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 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.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shuai-Chun Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center 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 an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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 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 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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