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Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD

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(5 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (2013 - 2013)

Professional interests include: pituitary disorders, osteoporosis, endocrine surgery, and more.

200 Ucla Medical Plaza Suite 530
Los Angeles, CA 90095

(310) 825-7922

Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD is an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA specializing in adult endocrinology. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 2013 and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Health, UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA.

Office Locations

200 Ucla Medical Plaza Suite 530
Los Angeles, CA 90095

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UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

3445 Pacific Coast Highway Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90505

(310) 326-2236

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Some issues Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD 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. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD in 2023

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

Top 25%

By Volume:

diabetes screening

inpatient hospital care

In 2013, Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD performed more diabetes screening, and inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within California.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2019 were lab tests, preventive care, blood draw and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	105
diabetes management	63
doctor visit	362
lab tests	116
neck imaging	11
preventive care	116
ultrasound (sonogram)	11

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	92
Female	159

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	133
Black	22
Hispanic	32
Asian	49
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	120
From 75 to 84	75
85 and over	25
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	59
Dementia	12
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2020 were lab tests, preventive care, blood draw and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	105
diabetes management	95
doctor visit	434
lab tests	129
neck imaging	16
preventive care	129
ultrasound (sonogram)	16

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	178

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	138
Black	28
Hispanic	44
Asian	61
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	117
From 75 to 84	90
85 and over	32
Less than 65	44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated during 2020 were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	62
Dementia	13
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	68
diabetes management	151
doctor visit	769
hospital care	209
inpatient care	209
lab tests	165
neck imaging	30
preventive care	165
ultrasound (sonogram)	30

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	175
Female	277

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	232
Black	36
Hispanic	54
Asian	104
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	222
From 75 to 84	128
85 and over	44
Less than 65	58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	58
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	126
doctor visit	991
hospital care	264
inpatient care	264
lab tests	126
neck imaging	36
preventive care	126
ultrasound (sonogram)	36

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	225
Female	359

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	293
Black	54
Hispanic	71
Asian	130
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	265
From 75 to 84	185
85 and over	60
Less than 65	74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	30
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	56
Dementia	10
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2023 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	169
doctor visit	1083
hospital care	308
inpatient care	308
lab tests	185
neck imaging	37
preventive care	185
ultrasound (sonogram)	37

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	236
Female	400

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	313
Black	57
Hispanic	79
Asian	149
Other	38
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	298
From 75 to 84	214
85 and over	61
Less than 65	63

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	28
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	62
Dementia	11
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2019 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

blood draw	92
diabetes management	120
doctor visit	727
hospital care	260
inpatient care	260
lab tests	144
neck imaging	26
preventive care	144
ultrasound (sonogram)	26

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2019 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	166
Female	274

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	39
Asian / Pacific Islander	98
Non-Hispanic White	221
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	56
Other	18

**Age**
75 to 84	138
85 and over	44
Less than 65	54
65 to 74	204

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD From 2019 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	23
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	59
Atrial Fibrillation	13
Cancer	14
Dementia	11

Education & Training

Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 2013. He completed residency at Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (2013)

Residency: Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals (2016)

Board Certification: Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine (2016)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA Health

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA

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. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), TRICARE, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare Advantage, Prime Health, First Health, HealthSmart, Centivo, Health Net of California and UFCM Health System.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD accepts the following insurance providers:

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

TRICARE

Cigna

Aetna

Blue Shield of California

MultiPlan

Anthem

UnitedHealthcare

Medicare Advantage

Prime Health

First Health

HealthSmart

Centivo

Health Net of California

UFCM Health System

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Robert Lin Li, MD, PhD from all over the web to help you find the right in Los Angeles, CA.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Lilly USA, LLC	$20,266 ZEPBOUND $19,815	$451
Eli Lilly and Company	$3,357 $3,357
Corcept Therapeutics	$90 Korlym $90
ARGENX US, INC.	$63 VYVGART $63

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$17,100
Travel and Lodging	$3,530
Food and Beverage	$3,147

Biography

Dr. Robert Li is a general practice and adult endocrinology specialist in Torrance, CA and Los Angeles, CA. Patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Clinical interests for Dr. Li include diabetes, thyroid problems, and pituitary disorders. Dr. Li usually honors Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers. After attending the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dr. Li completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with Northwestern University. He is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. According to UCLA Health, he is currently accepting new patients at his office in Torrance, CA.