53 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lin, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Tom Lin, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 53 years and is board certified. Dr. Lin graduated from Wright State University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the North American Society For Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN). Dr. Lin is fluent in English, Chinese, French, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (513) 636-4408.
Where did Dr. Lin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH | Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship | Duke University Medical Center, Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship, NC, USA | Nationwide Children's Hospital, Pediatric Gastroenterology, OH, USA | Pediatric Gastroenterology, Nationwide Children's Hospital (Ohio)
Residency: University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals | University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Taipei Med University | Wright State University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lin board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Tom Lin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 2007, American Board of Dermatology since 2006
What languages does Dr. Lin speak?
Dr. Lin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Lin typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome
- Nausea and Vomiting
- CVS
- Recurrent vomiting
- Periodic vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1115: Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Lin typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lin performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Small Intestine Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
- Enteroscopy with Biopsy
- Small Bowel Endoscopy
- Intestinal Biopsy (Endoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
- 44361: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- ERCP with Stent Placement
- ERCP with Sphincterotomy
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography with Stent
- Bile Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
- Pancreatic Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
- Bile duct scope
- Pancreatic duct scope
- Papillotomy
CPT Codes:
- 43274: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with placement of endoscopic stent into biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent
- 43262: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with sphincterotomy/papillotomy
Also known as:
- ERCP with Gallstone Removal
- ERCP
- Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
- Biliary Duct Stone Removal
- Pancreatic Duct Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
Also known as:
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Pill Camera
- Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
- Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
- Intestinal Imaging Pill
CPT Codes:
- 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Lin accept my insurance?
Dr. Lin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 636-4408 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lin's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
North American Society For Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN)
Member
Awards
NASPGHAN Endoscopy Prize, NASPGHAN
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 1114136934.
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. Tom Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Tom Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Coronado 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
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Is Tom Lin accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tom Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tom Lin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (513) 636-4408 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tom Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (513) 636-4408 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tom Lin have?
Dr. Tom Lin is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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