Elaine Lin, M.D.
NPI 1881049872 · Dermatology Physician · San Rafael, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Elaine Lin, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in San Rafael, CA (NPI 1881049872).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881049872
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A150780 (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
10 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
4,061 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,376 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 753 | $104 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 428 | $63 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 269 | $106 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 211 | $137 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 134 | 96 |
| Ketoconazole | 60 | 43 |
| Mupirocin | 45 | 37 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 43 | 33 |
| Minoxidil | 36 | 11 |
| Fluocinonide | 35 | 31 |
| Tacrolimus | 34 | 28 |
| Cephalexin | 28 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$285 across 11 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
- 2016-04-27
- Last updated
- 2020-12-13
- Certified
- 2020-08-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Elaine Lin's NPI number?
- Elaine Lin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881049872, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Elaine Lin's specialty?
- Elaine Lin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Elaine Lin located?
- Elaine Lin's practice location on file with NPPES is 5000 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903-4184.
- What is Elaine Lin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Elaine Lin is (415) 499-0100.
- Does Elaine Lin accept Medicare?
- Elaine Lin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Elaine Lin's NPI active?
- Yes — Elaine Lin's NPI (1881049872) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.