Sam Lin, M.D.
NPI 1649289992 · Sports Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · La Quinta, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sam Lin, M.D. is a Sports Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician provider in La Quinta, CA (NPI 1649289992).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649289992
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sports Medicine (Family Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A64634 (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
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,405 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 248 | $109 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 227 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 168 | $126 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 137 | $119 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 131 | $115 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 69 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 152 | 33 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 116 | 32 |
| Divalproex Sodium | 111 | 12 |
| Lorazepam | 84 | 14 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 81 | 12 |
| Carvedilol | 71 | 13 |
| Gabapentin | 70 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$17 across 1 record (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 (3)
- 81709 Dr Carreon Blvd Ste C3Indio, CA 92201-5577Phone: (760) 541-5888Fax: (760) 391-5159
- 79430 Highway 111 Suite 101La Quinta, CA 92253-4519Phone: (760) 863-1592Fax: (760) 485-1561
- 41865 Boardwalk Ste 103Palm Desert, CA 92211-9031Phone: (760) 541-5888Fax: (760) 391-5159
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-05
- Last updated
- 2024-12-19
- Certified
- 2024-12-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sam Lin's NPI number?
- Sam Lin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649289992, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sam Lin's specialty?
- Sam Lin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sports Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sam Lin located?
- Sam Lin's practice location on file with NPPES is 79440 Corporate Center Dr Ste 110, La Quinta, CA 92253-7243.
- What is Sam Lin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sam Lin is (760) 391-5151.
- Does Sam Lin accept Medicare?
- Sam Lin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sam Lin's NPI active?
- Yes — Sam Lin's NPI (1649289992) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.