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Dr. Michael Lin, MD

Dermatologist

Sherman Oaks, CA

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lin, Dermatologist in Sherman Oaks, CA?

    Patients dealing with skin condition benefit from an approach centered on psoriasis treatment and targeted intervention. Dr. Michael Lin, a Dermatologist in Sherman Oaks, CA, has built a practice around comprehensive skin care. With a medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine Program, he brings a broad clinical perspective to his work. Patients often seek Dr. Lin for conditions like skin condition, acne, and sun damage skin condition. His practice involves guiding patients through procedures such as psoriasis treatment, skin cancer surgery, and skin lesion removal. By combining these treatments with a patient-first approach, Dr. Lin helps restore skin health and reduce recurrence risk. Dr. Lin's training and hospital affiliations at top facilities like Providence Holy Cross Medical Center and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center underscore his commitment to delivering high-quality care. His practice is well-equipped to serve the diverse needs of his patients, with support for languages including Chinese, Spanish, and Tagalog. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Lin, who is accepting new patients. Appointments are available online for added convenience, and his practice is covered by major insurance carriers including Blue Shield of California and UnitedHealth Group.

    Where did Dr. Lin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine Program

    What languages does Dr. Lin speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Lin typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    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:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Lin typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
    • Intralesional Injection
    • Lesion Injection Therapy
    • Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps

    CPT Codes:

    • 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Excimer Laser Treatment for Psoriasis (Small Area)
    • Laser Psoriasis Treatment
    • UVB Laser for Psoriasis
    • Targeted Phototherapy for Psoriasis

    CPT Codes:

    • 96920: Excimer laser treatment for psoriasis; total area less than 250 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Goeckerman Treatment
    • Photochemotherapy
    • Tar and UV-B Therapy
    • Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
    • Light Therapy for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B

    Does Dr. Lin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 906-2141 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in Sherman Oaks, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Clinicas del Camino Real

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lin's office located?

    Dr. Michael Lin's Primary Practice

    15477 Ventura Blvd Ste 100

    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

    (818) 906-2141

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    Dr. Michael Lin's Practice 2

    416 N Bedford Dr Ste 100

    Beverly Hills, CA 90210

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    Dr. Michael Lin's Practice 3

    28049 Smyth Dr

    Valencia, CA 91355

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Michael Lin?

    Dr. Lin has appointments available at his Sherman Oaks, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    What is Dr. Lin's NPI number?A 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 1164436820.

    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. Michael Lin's specialty?

    Dr. Lin is a Dermatologist near Sherman Oaks, CA.

    What does a Dermatologist do?

    Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies.

    Is Dr. Michael Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Alhambra Hospital 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 a Dermatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Michael Lin accepting new patients in Sherman Oaks, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Lin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Lin offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lin, or call (818) 906-2141 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Lin?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lin, or call (818) 906-2141 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Lin's office located?

    Dr. Lin's offices are located in Sherman Oaks, CA, Beverly Hills, CA, and Valencia, CA.