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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lin, Surgeon in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Yuan Lin, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Lin graduated from Taipei Med University and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Cardiovascular Surgery; Oh State Univ Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Allegheny Gen Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Lin is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lin’s office at (619) 421-1111.
Where did Dr. Lin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Cardiovascular Surgery; Oh State Univ Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Allegheny Gen Hosp, General Surgery | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: Taipei Med Coll, Taipei, Taiwan (- Prior / | Taipei Med University
Is Dr. Lin board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Yuan Lin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic 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 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
- Chest Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Thoracic Aorta
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
- Aorta Bulge
- Enlarged Aorta
- Aorta Widening
- Torn Aorta
- Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
- I719: Aortic aneurysm of unspecified site, without rupture
- I71019: Dissection of thoracic aorta, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pus in Chest Cavity with Fistula
- Pus in Chest Cavity
- Abscess
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fistulas
- Empyema with fistula
- Pleural empyema with abnormal connection
- Infected pleural space with fistula
- Empyema
- Pleural empyema
- Infected pleural space
ICD-10 Codes:
- J860: Pyothorax with fistula
- J869: Pyothorax without fistula
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
Also known as:
- Hemothorax
- Pleural Disorder
- Blood in Chest Cavity
- Bloody Pleural Effusion
- Traumatic Hemothorax
ICD-10 Codes:
- J942: Hemothorax
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Torn Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Ascending Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I71010: Dissection of ascending aorta
Also known as:
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Torn aorta
- Aorta tear
- Dissecting aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7100: Dissection of unspecified site of aorta
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Pneumothorax
- Air in Chest Cavity
- Lung Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3410: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Benign Heart Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Heart Disease
- Non-cancerous heart growth
- Benign cardiac mass
- Non-malignant heart tumor
- Benign growth in heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- D151: Benign neoplasm of heart
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Lin perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Yuan Lin may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 (619) 421-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lin accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Lin in Escondido, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
Molina
Sharp Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lin's office located?
Dr. Yuan Lin's Primary Practice
1955 Citracado Pkwy Ste 300
Escondido, CA 92029
(619) 421-1111
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 1487650412.
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. Yuan Lin's specialty?
Dr. Lin is a Surgeon near Escondido, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Lin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yuan Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Grossmont 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 Yuan Lin accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yuan Lin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yuan Lin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (619) 421-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yuan Lin?
Please contact Dr. Lin's office at (619) 421-1111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yuan Lin have?
Dr. Yuan Lin is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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