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Dr. Christina Lien

Corona, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lien, Surgeon in Corona, CA?

    Dr. Christina Lien is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Corona, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lien is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lien’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lien’s office at (708) 684-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Lien speak?

    Dr. Lien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Lien typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Lien 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. Lien. 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lump
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast mass
    • Breast lesion
    • Palpable breast mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N630: Unspecified lump in unspecified breast

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Lien typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Lien 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. Lien. 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:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Excision
    • Breast Cyst Removal
    • Fibroadenoma Excision
    • Breast Tumor Removal
    • Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions

    Also known as:

    • Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
    • Abscess Aspiration
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Hematoma Puncture
    • Bulla Aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Lien accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 684-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lien accept in Corona, CA?

    Dr. Lien in Corona, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AlphaCare

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lien's office located?

    Dr. Christina Lien's Primary Practice

    900 S Main St Ste 101

    Corona, CA 92882

    (708) 684-8000

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    Dr. Christina Lien's Practice 2

    12523 Limonite Ave Ste 400

    Eastvale, CA 91752

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    Dr. Christina Lien's Practice 3

    7300 Magnolia Ave

    Riverside, CA 92504

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lien affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lien has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center,Riverside, CA
    Corona Regional Medical Center,Corona, CA
    Mountains Community Hospital,Lake Arrowhead, CA

    What is Dr. Lien's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972998326.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lien?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lien

    What is Dr. Christina Lien's specialty?

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Christina Lien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lien is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, Ahmc Anaheim Regional 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

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    Is Dr. Christina Lien accepting new patients in Corona, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christina Lien is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christina Lien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lien's office at (708) 684-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christina Lien?

    Please contact Dr. Lien's office at (708) 684-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lien's office located?

    Dr. Lien's offices are located in Corona, CA, Eastvale, CA, and Riverside, CA.