James Lin, M.D.
NPI 1821009580 · Anesthesiology Physician · Thousand Oaks, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Lin, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Thousand Oaks, CA (NPI 1821009580).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821009580
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A86869 (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
7,039 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 | 4,881 | $125 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 344 | $89 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 215 | $150 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Level64484 | 206 | $68 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Joint76881 | 199 | $53 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 47 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 563 | 130 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 216 | 54 |
| Gabapentin | 190 | 54 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 159 | 38 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 111 | 30 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 108 | 33 |
| Pregabalin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,598 across 106 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
- 2006-08-10
- Last updated
- 2013-06-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Lin's NPI number?
- James Lin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821009580, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Lin's specialty?
- James Lin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Lin located?
- James Lin's practice location on file with NPPES is 558 Saint Charles Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-3903.
- What is James Lin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Lin is (805) 557-7050.
- Does James Lin accept Medicare?
- James Lin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Lin's NPI active?
- Yes — James Lin's NPI (1821009580) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-06-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.