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Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS

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(Derrick T. Lin, M.D., FACS)

(50 Ratings)

Specializes in: Otolaryngology (Ear Nose and Throat)

Mount Sinai School of Medicine

Professional interests include: cancer, tumor, head and neck cancer, and more.

243 Charles Street
Boston, MA 02114

(617) 573-3502

Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS is an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA specializing in otolaryngology (ear nose and throat). He graduated from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital and Massachusetts Eye and Ear.

Office Locations

243 Charles Street
Boston, MA 02114

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2014 Washington Street
Newton, MA 02462

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55 Fruit Street
Boston, MA 02114

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Some issues Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

free skin flap reconstruction

By Affordability:

diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy

fiberoptic laryngoscopy

flexible laryngoscopy

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within Massachusetts, Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS performed more free skin flap reconstruction procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and he also had a list price for diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy, fiberoptic laryngoscopy, and flexible laryngoscopy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy

endoscopy

laryngoscopy

modified radical neck dissection

reconstructive plastic surgery

reconstructive surgery

tissue transfer

wound repair

In 2012, Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS performed more diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy, endoscopy, laryngoscopy, modified radical neck dissection, reconstructive plastic surgery, reconstructive surgery, tissue transfer, and wound repair (e.g. stitches) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Massachusetts.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, plastic surgery procedures and tissue transfer.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	22
diagnostic procedures	39
dissection	22
doctor visit	667
excision	44
gynecologic procedures	22
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	325
lymph node procedures	22
microsurgery	36
minimally invasive procedures	347
neck surgery	22
nose surgery	22
plastic surgery procedures	82
reconstructive surgery	82
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	22
tissue transfer	82
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	68

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA during 2013 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, plastic surgery procedures and tissue transfer.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	20
diagnostic procedures	47
dissection	25
doctor visit	697
excision	45
gynecologic procedures	20
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	411
lymph node procedures	25
microsurgery	31
minimally invasive procedures	431
neck surgery	25
nose surgery	20
plastic surgery procedures	60
reconstructive surgery	60
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	20
tissue transfer	60
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	44

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	210
Female	171

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	336
Black	11
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	176
From 75 to 84	112
85 and over	29
Less than 65	64

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS in 2013

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	25
Dementia	9
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, plastic surgery procedures and wound repair (e.g. stitches).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	14
diagnostic procedures	44
dissection	26
doctor visit	696
excision	40
gynecologic procedures	14
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	454
lymph node procedures	26
microsurgery	23
minimally invasive procedures	468
neck surgery	26
nose surgery	14
plastic surgery procedures	64
reconstructive surgery	64
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14
tissue transfer	64
tongue surgery	12
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	64

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	216
Female	159

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	334
Black	0
Hispanic	16
Asian	0
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	188
From 75 to 84	91
85 and over	26
Less than 65	70

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS in 2014

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	25
Dementia	5
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, diagnostic procedures and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	20
diagnostic procedures	62
dissection	22
doctor visit	845
excision	42
gynecologic procedures	20
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	564
lymph node procedures	22
microsurgery	13
minimally invasive procedures	584
neck surgery	22
nose surgery	20
plastic surgery procedures	25
reconstructive surgery	25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	20
tissue transfer	25
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	25

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	508
Female	364

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	772
Black	0
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	32
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	454
From 75 to 84	192
85 and over	84
Less than 65	142

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS in 2015

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	23
Dementia	6
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA during 2016 were laryngeal (voice box) procedures, minimally invasive procedures, plastic surgery procedures and wound repair (e.g. stitches).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	34
dissection	28
doctor visit	936
excision	28
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	625
lymph node procedures	28
microsurgery	13
minimally invasive procedures	625
neck surgery	28
oral procedures	17
plastic surgery procedures	42
reconstructive surgery	42
tissue transfer	42
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	42

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	256
Female	192

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	399
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	215
From 75 to 84	123
85 and over	40
Less than 65	70

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS in 2016

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	27
Dementia	10
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA during 2017 were laryngeal (voice box) procedures, minimally invasive procedures, plastic surgery procedures and wound repair (e.g. stitches).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	19
dissection	30
doctor visit	946
excision	30
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	572
lymph node procedures	30
microsurgery	12
minimally invasive procedures	572
neck surgery	30
oral procedures	20
plastic surgery procedures	37
reconstructive surgery	37
tissue transfer	37
tongue surgery	15
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	37

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	267
Female	182

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	391
Black	0
Hispanic	17
Asian	0
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	219
From 75 to 84	120
85 and over	43
Less than 65	67

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS in 2017

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	26
Dementia	11
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, diagnostic procedures and oral procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	33
dissection	23
doctor visit	950
excision	23
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	586
lymph node procedures	23
minimally invasive procedures	586
neck surgery	23
oral procedures	24

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	267
Female	173

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	378
Black	0
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	225
From 75 to 84	125
85 and over	32
Less than 65	58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS in 2018

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	23
Dementia	11
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA during 2019 were laryngeal (voice box) procedures, minimally invasive procedures, excision and plastic surgery procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	16
dissection	16
doctor visit	915
excision	27
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	631
lymph node procedures	16
microsurgery	13
minimally invasive procedures	631
neck surgery	16
plastic surgery procedures	25
reconstructive surgery	25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	11
tissue transfer	25
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	25

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	290
Female	189

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	418
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	232
From 75 to 84	160
85 and over	33
Less than 65	54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS in 2019

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	23
Dementia	9
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	30
dissection	31
doctor visit	738
excision	31
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	560
lymph node procedures	31
microsurgery	12
minimally invasive procedures	560
neck surgery	31
plastic surgery procedures	24
reconstructive surgery	24
tissue transfer	24
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	24

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	274
Female	188

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	409
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	221
From 75 to 84	154
85 and over	29
Less than 65	58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS in 2020

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	21
Dementia	10
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA during 2021 were laryngeal (voice box) procedures, minimally invasive procedures, neck surgery and lymph node procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	18
dissection	33
doctor visit	764
excision	33
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	607
lymph node procedures	33
microsurgery	17
minimally invasive procedures	607
neck surgery	33
oral procedures	15
plastic surgery procedures	32
reconstructive surgery	32
salivary gland surgery	17
tissue transfer	32
tongue surgery	11
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	32

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	313
Female	227

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	466
Black	11
Hispanic	23
Asian	16
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	261
From 75 to 84	188
85 and over	39
Less than 65	52

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS in 2021

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	23
Dementia	10
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, reconstructive surgery and plastic surgery procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	17
dissection	19
doctor visit	838
excision	19
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	190
lymph node procedures	19
microsurgery	11
minimally invasive procedures	190
neck surgery	19
plastic surgery procedures	22
reconstructive surgery	22
tissue transfer	22
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	22

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	294
Female	218

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	437
Black	12
Hispanic	23
Asian	14
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	244
From 75 to 84	183
85 and over	42
Less than 65	43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS in 2022

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	22
Dementia	4
Cancer	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated as an otolaryngologist in Boston, MA were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, plastic surgery procedures and tissue transfer.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	19
diagnostic procedures	32
dissection	25
doctor visit	817
excision	32
gynecologic procedures	19
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	502
lymph node procedures	25
microsurgery	18
minimally invasive procedures	509
neck surgery	25
nose surgery	19
oral procedures	19
plastic surgery procedures	41
reconstructive surgery	41
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	17
salivary gland surgery	17
tissue transfer	41
tongue surgery	12
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	38

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	263
Female	187

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	3
Asian / Pacific Islander	2
Non-Hispanic White	394
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	18
Other	17

**Age**
75 to 84	131
85 and over	36
Less than 65	61
65 to 74	221

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Education & Training

Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS graduated from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He completed residency at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: Mount Sinai School of Medicine

Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Massachusetts General Hospital

Massachusetts Eye and Ear

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Aetna, MultiPlan, Blue California, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Medicaid, Tufts Health Plan, WellSense, Commonwealth Care Alliance, Fallon Health, Medicare ACO, Senior Whole Health, WellSense NH, Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare and Maine Community Health Options.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS accepts the following insurance providers:

TRICARE

Aetna

MultiPlan

Blue California

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care

Medicaid

Tufts Health Plan

WellSense

Commonwealth Care Alliance

Fallon Health

Medicare ACO

Senior Whole Health

WellSense NH

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare

Maine Community Health Options

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 50 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS from all over the web to help you find the right in Boston, MA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$974 Da Vinci Surgical System $974
KLS Martin LP	$173 $173
Medtronic Xomed, Inc.	$82 High Speed Surgical Drills and Tools $82
KLS Martin L.P.	$63 $63
Atos Medical Inc	$19 Freehands FlexiVoice $19

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$974
Food and Beverage	$338

Biography

Dr. Derrick Lin's area of specialization is otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). His clinical interests include salivary gland tumor, connective tissue disorders, and skull base tumors. Dr. Lin is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He attended Mount Sinai School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. His average rating from his patients is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Lin seems to honor several insurance carriers, including MultiPlan, Blue California, and Aetna. His practice in Newton, MA is open to new patients as reported by Newton-Wellesley Hospital.