Michael Lin, MD
NPI 1164436820 · Dermatology Physician · Sherman Oaks, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Lin, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Sherman Oaks, CA (NPI 1164436820).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164436820
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A77571 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,436 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 847 | $138 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 761 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 553 | $98 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Placement of Radiation Therapy FieldsG6001 | 260 | $205 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 255 | $64 |
| Obtaining Data Needed to Develop the Optimal Radiation Treatment, 1 Treatment Area77280 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 173 | 110 |
| Ketoconazole | 156 | 91 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 155 | 106 |
| Hydrocortisone | 64 | 48 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 50 | 29 |
| Fluorouracil | 47 | 42 |
| Mupirocin | 40 | 37 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 37 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,125 across 181 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-28
- Last updated
- 2024-10-22
- Certified
- 2024-10-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Lin's NPI number?
- Michael Lin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164436820, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Lin's specialty?
- Michael Lin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Lin located?
- Michael Lin's practice location on file with NPPES is 15477 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403-3006.
- What is Michael Lin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Lin is (818) 906-6900.
- Does Michael Lin accept Medicare?
- Michael Lin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Lin's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Lin's NPI (1164436820) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.