Albert Lin, MD
NPI 1891734117 · Ophthalmology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Albert Lin, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1891734117).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891734117
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD428457 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
900 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 248 | $129 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 223 | $91 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 97 | $28 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 73 | $38 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 59 | $65 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 39 | $152 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 412 | 130 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 302 | 101 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 233 | 138 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 220 | 70 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 136 | 91 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 93 | 56 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 63 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$238 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
- 2006-06-05
- Last updated
- 2025-01-15
- Certified
- 2022-04-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Albert Lin's NPI number?
- Albert Lin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891734117, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Albert Lin's specialty?
- Albert Lin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Albert Lin located?
- Albert Lin's practice location on file with NPPES is 10200 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX 77042.
- What is Albert Lin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Albert Lin is (832) 767-5877.
- Does Albert Lin accept Medicare?
- Albert Lin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Albert Lin's NPI active?
- Yes — Albert Lin's NPI (1891734117) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.