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SHIN LIN MD, PHD, MHS
NPI 1609095637
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in Seattle, WA

Active since April 25, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, SEATTLE, WA 98195(206) 598-4300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 9, 2026, Apr 7, 2025, Oct 21, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Shin Lin Md, Phd, Mhs NPPES

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

SHIN LIN MD, PHD, MHS (NPI 1609095637) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60646045) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, and is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609095637
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X
Provider Legal NameSHIN LINCredential: MD, PHD, MHS
Location Address1959 NE PACIFIC STSeattle, WA 98195-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095, Box 356422Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 543-6420
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSJohns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateApril 25, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 9, 2026
NPI 1609095637 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0001X
Licenses Licensed in WA · MD60646045 Licensed in GA · 103520
Definition
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 103520 (GA)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 103520 (GA), MD60646045 (WA)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, Seattle, WA 98195

Other Identifiers 2

Other103520GA · Ga Medical License
Medicaid1609095637WA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Shin Lin Md, Phd, Mhs 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 ID547417917
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250623002794
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 12

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
147 services128 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
89 services56 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
81 services24 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
75 services30 patients
Biopsy of heart muscle 93505
A biopsy of the heart muscle is a procedure where a small piece of heart tissue is taken for examination. This helps doctors identify heart diseases or abnormalities. The procedure involves inserting a thin tube through a vein and into the heart, under local anesthesia.
50 services28 patients
Insertion of tube in right heart chambers for measurement 93451
This procedure involves placing a small, flexible tube into the right side of your heart. It helps assess how your heart is functioning by measuring pressures within the heart chambers. It's a key tool in diagnosing certain heart conditions.
48 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Emory University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110010
Location1364 Clifton Road, NEAtlanta, GA 30322 · De Kalb County
Emergency services

Emory University Hospital Midtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110078
Location550 Peachtree Street, NEAtlanta, GA 30308 · Fulton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Joseph's Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110082
Location5665 Peachtree Dunwoody RoadAtlanta, GA 30342 · Fulton County
Emergency services

Emory Johns Creek Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Johns Creek, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number110230
Location6325 Hospital ParkwayJohns Creek, GA 30097 · Gwinnett County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98195 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
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

93.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, 3RD FLOOR SW 350
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Occupational Therapist
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, MAILBOX 356490
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Ophthalmology
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 365485
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Anesthesiology
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 356015
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 356100
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Hospitalist
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195

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 Shin Lin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shin Lin is 1609095637. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2007.

Where is Shin Lin located?

Shin Lin practices at 1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195. The listed phone number is (206) 598-4300.

What is Shin Lin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Is Shin Lin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shin 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.

Is Shin Lin affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shin Lin is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Saint Joseph's Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc and Emory Johns Creek Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shin Lin was last updated on July 9, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 36 days 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.