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DR. ALBERT POCHEN LIN MD
NPI 1891734117
Ophthalmology in Houston, TX

Active since June 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.82/100
CMS Quality Rating
10200 RICHMOND AVENUE, SUITE 170, HOUSTON, TX 77042(832) 767-5877(832) 767-5964 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 15, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Albert Pochen Lin Md NPPES

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

DR. ALBERT POCHEN LIN MD (NPI 1891734117) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (N5193) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Geffen School Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891734117
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALBERT POCHEN LINCredential: MD
Location Address10200 RICHMOND AVENUE, SUITE 170Houston, TX 77042
Mailing Address10200 Richmond Avenue, Suite 170Houston, TX 77042 · (832) 767-5877 · Fax (832) 767-5964
Phone(832) 767-5877
Fax(832) 767-5964
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Geffen School Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJune 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 15, 2025
NPPES CertifiedApril 13, 2022
✔ NPI 1891734117 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · N5193✔ Licensed in PA · MD428457
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
10200 RICHMOND AVENUE, Houston, TX 77042
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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. Albert Pochen Lin Md 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 ID1850394784
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101007000559
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.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
248 services244 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
223 services130 patients
Exam of the internal drainage system of eye 92020
This is a procedure where your doctor examines the eye's internal drainage system, essential for maintaining eye pressure. They use specialized tools to check for blockages or damage that might lead to conditions like glaucoma. It's non-invasive and painless.
97 services93 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
73 services73 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
59 services56 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
39 services39 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77042 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
$134.06 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

98.82/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality97.65
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Cataract Surgery: Difference Between Planned and Final Refraction
99%124 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
100%156 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%2,054 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 100% · 1,293 patients
Patients screened: 100% · 1,293 patients
100%25 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
100%809 patients
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Reduction of Intraocular Pressure (IOP) by 15% OR Documentation of a Plan of Care
100%810 patients
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

OPHTHALMOLOGY CONSULTANTS OF HOUSTON, PA
Ophthalmology
10200 RICHMOND AVENUE, SUITE 170
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (832) 767-5877

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 Albert Lin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Albert Lin is 1891734117. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 5, 2006.

Where is Albert Lin located?

Albert Lin practices at 10200 Richmond Avenue Suite 170, Houston, TX 77042. The listed phone number is (832) 767-5877.

What is Albert Lin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Albert Lin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Albert 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 Albert Lin accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 4 other insurers list Albert 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Albert Lin was last updated on January 15, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.