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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. 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 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 as a 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Lin typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Chest Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Thoracic Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Lin typically perform?
As a Surgeon, 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:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- CABG Surgery
- Open Heart Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33517: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); single vein graft (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Open Aortic Valve Replacement (Prosthetic Valve)
- Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement
- Open Heart Aortic Valve Surgery
- Prosthetic Aortic Valve Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33405: Replacement, aortic valve, open, with cardiopulmonary bypass; with prosthetic valve other than homograft or stentless valve
Also known as:
- Temporary Heart Assist Device Placement
- Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Insertion
- ECMO for Heart Failure
- External Heart Pump Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33975: Insertion of ventricular assist device; extracorporeal, single ventricle
Also known as:
- Mitral Valve Replacement with Heart-Lung Machine
- Open Mitral Valve Replacement
- Mitral Valve Surgery with Bypass
- Surgical Mitral Valve Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33430: Replacement, mitral valve, with cardiopulmonary bypass
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
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
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 this Dr. Yuan Lin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lin is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Tri-City 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 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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