Michael Lin, M.D.
NPI 1801200563 · Ophthalmology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Lin, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1801200563).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1801200563
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 277634 (MA)
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
12 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
3,498 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 Optic Nerve92133 | 454 | $26 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 425 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 408 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 405 | $75 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 219 | $28 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 209 | $23 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,685 | 646 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 993 | 411 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 968 | 384 |
| Timolol Maleate | 489 | 199 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 397 | 239 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 313 | 129 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 229 | 151 |
| Netarsudil Mesylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-06-19
- Last updated
- 2019-07-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Lin's NPI number?
- Michael Lin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801200563, 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 Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Lin located?
- Michael Lin's practice location on file with NPPES is 243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114-3002.
- What is Michael Lin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Lin is (617) 573-3611.
- 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 (1801200563) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.