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Dr. Steven Lin, M.D.
Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · Palm Desert, CA
- NPI 1457343568
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.9 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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36949 Cook St Ste 101
Palm Desert, CA 922116080
(760) 340-2394
fax (760) 340-2369 - Additional location
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340 S Farrell Dr, Suite A-105
Palm Springs, CA 922627963
(760) 327-6225
fax (760) 325-8333 - Additional location
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6216 Brockton Ave Ste 214
Riverside, CA 925062223
(951) 686-1190
fax (951) 686-1191
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 22, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207WX0107X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G84610
- Medicaid
- CA #00G846100
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457343568. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
32,263
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$3,141,066
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J2777 |
Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg | 22,085 | 85 | $36 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 2,907 | 962 | $42 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 2,149 | 701 | $94 | |
J0178 |
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg | 1,704 | 228 | $863 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 1,423 | 337 | $121 | |
J2778 |
Injection, ranibizumab, 0.1 mg | 1,096 | 78 | $228 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 431 | 339 | $131 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 161 | 161 | $172 | |
92235 |
Exam of retinal blood vessels using a special camera after injection of a dye | 115 | 102 | $144 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 101 | 94 | $90 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Palm Desert Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician, average services per provider: 1,612. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$375
Transactions
17
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genentech USA, INC. | 5 | $120.70 | |
| Apellis Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $56.19 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 3 | $50.98 | |
| Alimera Sciences, INC. | 2 | $44.52 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $40.03 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $38.26 | |
| Harrow Eye, LLC | 1 | $24.79 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
948
Patients
412
Total drug cost
$128,324
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 162 | 64 | $4,454 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 126 | 52 | $3,062 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 109 | 46 | $5,227 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 109 | 64 | $5,885 |
| Prolensa (Bromfenac Sodium) | Brand | 79 | 27 | $48,648 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 53 | 21 | $1,312 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 53 | 34 | $2,232 |
| Rhopressa (Netarsudil Mesylate) | Brand | 48 | 16 | $23,902 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 48 | 19 | $569 |
| Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate) | Brand | 35 | 12 | $12,746 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Steven Lin's medical specialty?
Dr. Steven Lin practices Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician in Palm Desert, CA.
Where does Dr. Steven Lin practice?
Dr. Steven Lin practices at 36949 Cook St Ste 101, Palm Desert, CA 922116080. Office phone: 7603402394.
What is Dr. Steven Lin's NPI?
Dr. Steven Lin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457343568, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Steven Lin accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Steven Lin accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Steven Lin commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2777); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134); Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.