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JOHN CHIH-CHIEH LIN M.D.
NPI 1992961270
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Fresno, CA

Active since August 06, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.12/100
CMS Quality Rating
7575 N CEDAR AVE STE 101, FRESNO, CA 93720(310) 936-4126 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 20, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About John Chih-chieh Lin M.d. NPPES

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

JOHN CHIH-CHIEH LIN M.D. (NPI 1992961270) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Fresno, California, licensed in California (A99566) and active in the NPI registry since August 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992961270
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN CHIH-CHIEH LINCredential: M.D.
Location Address7575 N CEDAR AVE STE 101Fresno, CA 93720-2693
Mailing Address7575 N Cedar Ave Ste 101Fresno, CA 93720-2693 · (310) 936-4126
Phone(310) 936-4126
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateAugust 6, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 20, 2014
✔ NPI 1992961270 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A99566
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License A99566 (CA)
7575 N CEDAR AVE STE 101, Fresno, CA 93720
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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

John Chih-chieh 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 ID3779728019
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130314000451
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 11

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
72 services55 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
44 services43 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
40 services40 patients
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.
29 services28 patients
Removal of lining of lung for lung expansion 32220
This procedure, known as a pleurectomy, involves the removal of the lung's lining to help it expand better. It's often done to treat conditions causing lung collapse. You might experience some discomfort post-surgery, but this should improve lung function.
21 services20 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.
21 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93720 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
$176.60 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $44.15 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$73.16 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $18.29 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
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.

97.12/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality84.24
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

ELSA LAPUZ LERRO M.D.
Internal Medicine
7575 N CEDAR AVE STE 101
FRESNO, CA 93720
Fresno County (559) 549-9990

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 John Lin's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Lin is 1992961270. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 6, 2008.

Where is John Lin located?

John Lin practices at 7575 N Cedar Ave Ste 101, Fresno, CA 93720. The listed phone number is (310) 936-4126.

What is John Lin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is John Lin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Lin was last updated on November 20, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years 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.