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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lin, Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Alexander Lin, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Lin is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (314) 577-5629.
Is Dr. Lin board certified in Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Lin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
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 Plastic Surgeon, 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:
- Flat Head Syndrome
- Craniosynostosis
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Plagiocephaly
- Misshapen Head
- Asymmetrical Head Shape
- Craniostenosis
- Premature skull fusion
- Fused skull bones in infants
- Skull deformity at birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q673: Plagiocephaly
- Q750: Craniosynostosis
Also known as:
- Cleft Palate
- Unilateral Cleft Lip
- Cleft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
- Cleft Lip and Palate
- Cleft Lip & Palate
- Split Palate
- Palatoschisis
- Roof of Mouth Cleft
- One-sided Cleft Lip
- Single Cleft Lip
- Cleft Lip on One Side
- One-sided Cleft Lip and Palate
- Single Cleft Lip and Palate
- Unilateral Lip and Palate Cleft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q359: Cleft palate, unspecified
- Q369: Cleft lip, unilateral
- Q379: Unspecified cleft palate with unilateral cleft lip
Also known as:
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Facial Birth Defects
- Congenital skull malformation
- Facial bone birth defect
- Head and face bone abnormalities
- Craniofacial Anomalies
- Congenital Facial Syndromes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q759: Congenital malformation of skull and face bones, unspecified
- Q870: Congenital malformation syndromes predominantly affecting facial appearance
Also known as:
- Nose Injury
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal Trauma
- Broken Nose
- Nose Damage
- Nose Trauma
- Nasal Injury
- Injured Nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0992XA: Unspecified injury of nose, initial encounter
- S0992XD: Unspecified injury of nose, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Nasal Bone Fracture
- Fractures
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Nose
- Nose Bone Break
- Fractured Nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- S022XXA: Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Coronal Craniosynostosis
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Bilateral coronal synostosis
- Coronal skull fusion
- Frontal skull fusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q75022: Coronal craniosynostosis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Phonological Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Speech Sound Disorder
- Articulation Disorder
- Sound Production Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F800: Phonological disorder
Also known as:
- Lip Disorder
- Mouth Disorder
- Lip Problems
- Diseases of the Lips
- Oral Lip Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- K130: Diseases of lips
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Ear Birth Defect
- Birth Defects
- Ear Disorder
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Congenital Ear Anomaly
- Ear Malformation at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q179: Congenital malformation of ear, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Non-cancerous skin lesion
- Skin tumor
- Skin lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D2339: Other benign neoplasm of skin of other parts of face
Which procedures does Dr. Lin perform as a Plastic Surgeon?
As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Lin may include:
- Abdominal Wall Surgery
- Acute Burn Resuscitation
- Aesthetic Surgery Consultation
- Aesthetic Surgery Follow Up
- Body Sculpting Consultation
- Body Sculpting Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Biopsy
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 (314) 577-5629 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Lin in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Community Health Network
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Lin's office located?
Dr. Alexander Lin's Primary Practice
505 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(314) 577-5629
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 1073797221.
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. Alexander Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Plastic Surgeon near San Francisco, CA. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Lin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Alexander Lin accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Lin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (314) 577-5629 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (314) 577-5629 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Lin have?
Dr. Alexander Lin is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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