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DR. DAVID LONG-I LIN M.D.
NPI 1306936752
Orthopaedic Surgery in Kingwood, TX

Active since October 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
71.35/100
CMS Quality Rating
215 KINGWOOD EXECUTIVE DR STE 100, KINGWOOD, TX 77339(281) 358-4145(888) 355-5052 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 4, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. David Long-i Lin M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. DAVID LONG-I LIN M.D. (NPI 1306936752) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Kingwood, Texas, licensed in Texas (N9730) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306936752
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DAVID LONG-I LINCredential: M.D.
Location Address215 KINGWOOD EXECUTIVE DR STE 100Kingwood, TX 77339-2764
Mailing AddressPo Box 207Houston, TX 77001-0207 · (713) 650-6900 · Fax (888) 355-5052
Phone(281) 358-4145
Fax(888) 355-5052
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSRutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateOctober 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 4, 2025
NPPES CertifiedAugust 4, 2025
✔ NPI 1306936752 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · N9730
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
215 KINGWOOD EXECUTIVE DR STE 100, Kingwood, TX 77339
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 118885 Katy FwyHouston, TX 77094-1103 · Phone (829) 829-2000 · Fax (888) 355-5052
Location 26921 Brisbane Ct Ste 120Sugar Land, TX 77479-7094 · Phone (713) 650-6900 · Fax (888) 355-5052
Location 32600 North Loop W Ste 100Houston, TX 77092-8915 · Phone (713) 650-6900 · Fax (888) 355-5052

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. David Long-i Lin M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8729235080
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120822000313
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
261 services148 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
121 services83 patients
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
114 services72 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
74 services74 patients
X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562
An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.
60 services46 patients
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030
An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.
33 services29 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Memorial Hermann Hospital System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450184
Location1635 North Loop WestHouston, TX 77008 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Oakbend Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Richmond, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450330
Location1705 Jackson StRichmond, TX 77469 · Fort Bend County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Humble, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450684
Location18951 Memorial NorthHumble, TX 77338 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood

Acute Care Hospitals · Kingwood, TX
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number670005
Location300 Kingwood Medical DriveKingwood, TX 77339 · Harris County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77339 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

71.35/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality54.46
Promoting Interoperability88
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
29%561 patients2/55-star benchmark: 87%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
62%5,361 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
99%314 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
31%1,061 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Osteoporosis Management in Women Who Had a Fracture
15%250 patients
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
17%3,144 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
0%3,187 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
0%5,267 patients1/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 57% · 1,483 patients
Patients screened: 61% · 1,483 patients
40%99 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
65%1,124 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age
17%664 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 1,133 patients
Patients totalRate: 1% · 1,133 patients
1%1,133 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Lower extremity orthoses, not otherwise specified L2999
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier31 claims31 services$81.47 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. KAKU BARKOH M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
215 KINGWOOD EXECUTIVE DR STE 100
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Harris County (281) 829-2000
NAVIN SUBRAMANIAN M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
215 KINGWOOD EXECUTIVE DR STE 100
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Harris County (281) 358-4145

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is David Lin's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Lin is 1306936752. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 14, 2006.

Where is David Lin located?

David Lin practices at 215 Kingwood Executive Dr Ste 100, Kingwood, TX 77339. The listed phone number is (281) 358-4145.

What is David Lin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is David Lin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Lin is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does David Lin accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Community Health Choice list David Lin as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is David Lin affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Lin is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Oakbend Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital and Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Lin was last updated on August 4, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.