Rick Lin, D.O.
NPI 1508836693 · Dermatology Physician · Mcallen, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rick Lin, D.O. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Mcallen, TX (NPI 1508836693).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508836693
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L4533 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,241 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,062 | $87 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 544 | $6 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth11103 | 471 | $47 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 440 | $90 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 338 | $628 |
| Intermediate Repair of Wound of Scalp, Underarms, Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, 2.6-7.5 Cm |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 59 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 3,825 | 1,367 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 3,095 | 1,848 |
| Mupirocin | 2,511 | 1,743 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 1,370 | 630 |
| Azithromycin | 859 | 730 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 690 | 383 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 556 | 353 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 492 | 206 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$196 across 2 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
- 2006-01-23
- Last updated
- 2010-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rick Lin's NPI number?
- Rick Lin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508836693, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rick Lin's specialty?
- Rick Lin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rick Lin located?
- Rick Lin's practice location on file with NPPES is 3100 Buddy Owens Blvd, Mcallen, TX 78504.
- What is Rick Lin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rick Lin is (956) 971-0404.
- Does Rick Lin accept Medicare?
- Rick Lin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rick Lin's NPI active?
- Yes — Rick Lin's NPI (1508836693) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.