Steven Lin, M.D.
NPI 1457343568 · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Palm Desert, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Lin, M.D. is a Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Palm Desert, CA (NPI 1457343568).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457343568
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G84610 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
7,062 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 2,868 | $42 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 1,837 | $93 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,309 | $120 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 730 | $131 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 98 | $170 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 92 | $156 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 215 | 83 |
| Latanoprost | 168 | 72 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 150 | 78 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 148 | 54 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 73 | 33 |
| Atropine Sulfate | 57 | 41 |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 47 | 19 |
| Timolol Maleate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$375 across 17 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 340 S Farrell DrSuite A-105Palm Springs, CA 92262-7963Phone: (760) 327-6225Fax: (760) 325-8333
- 6216 Brockton Ave Ste 214Riverside, CA 92506-2223Phone: (951) 686-1190Fax: (951) 686-1191
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-16
- Last updated
- 2022-11-22
- Certified
- 2022-11-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Lin's NPI number?
- Steven Lin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457343568, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Lin's specialty?
- Steven Lin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Lin located?
- Steven Lin's practice location on file with NPPES is 36949 Cook St Ste 101, Palm Desert, CA 92211-6080.
- What is Steven Lin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Lin is (760) 340-2394.
- Does Steven Lin accept Medicare?
- Steven Lin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Lin's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Lin's NPI (1457343568) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-11-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.