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Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD

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(587 Ratings)

Specializes in: Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)

Sun Yat-Sen University, Zhongshan School of Medicine (1983)

Professional interests include: anxiety, hay fever (allergic rhinitis), medical education, and more.

560 Gage Boulevard Suite 101
Richland, WA 99352

(509) 942-3286

Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD is an internist in Richland, WA specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine). He graduated from Sun Yat-Sen University, Zhongshan School of Medicine in 1983 and has 43 years of experience. Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD is affiliated with Providence and Kadlec Regional Medical Center.

Office Locations

560 Gage Boulevard Suite 101
Richland, WA 99352

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Some issues Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

Mononucleosis (Mono)

Mononucleosis, frequently called ''mono,'' is a viral infection that causes fatigue, fever, swollen lymph glands, and sore throat. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), spread through saliva, is the primary virus that leads to mono. Mono is most common in teenagers and young adults, where EBV is often transmitted through kissing or sharing drinks. For this reason, mono is colloquially referred to as ''the kissing disease.'' Mononucleosis usually resolves on its own; however, recovery from mono can take from several days to several weeks. Some young adults may continue to experience extreme fatigue from mono for months, often requiring a semester home from school.

Mononucleosis happens in three stages:

During the initial stage, those with mono may experience few symptoms as EBV replicates in the body. Symptoms such as headaches and body aches are often misattributed to allergies or stress. People with mono may continue performing their daily activities and attending school, leading to increased transmission of the virus to others. The initial stage lasts for about five to fourteen days.

During the acute stage, mono symptoms intensify and may include the enlargement of the spleen, a sore throat, fatigue, liver issues, and skin rashes. The mono infection is at its worst in this stage.

Lastly, the convalescent stage is when recovery begins. This period of healing can last from two to six months.

Mono can be detected by a physical exam; physicians can diagnose mono by checking for inflamed lymph nodes, tonsils, or spleens. Blood antibody tests may also help diagnose mono by revealing antibodies in the blood that were formed as a response to the Epstein-Barr virus. Elevated levels of white blood cells can also suggest that a patient has mono.

There are no medications specifically for mono or the Epstein-Barr virus, and patients are advised to rest and avoid strenuous exercise. Drinking plenty of fluids, eating a healthy diet, and taking anti-inflammatory ibuprofen (motrin) may also help people who are afflicted with mono feel better.

People with mono should take precautions to avoid spreading the condition to others. They can prevent infection by not sharing glasses, food, and utensils with others until they fully recover.

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.

In The News

“Washington state physician Wei-Hsung Lin, MD, was fined $5,000 by the state's medical board for prescribing ivermectin during the COVID-19 pandemic.”—"Doctor Fined for Prescribing Ivermectin for COVID", MedPage Today, May 2024

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA during 2012 were preventive care, vaccines, lab tests and X-rays.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1290
lab tests	33
preventive care	132
thoracic (chest) imaging	16
vaccines	132
X-rays	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA during 2013 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1589
preventive care	38
vaccines	38

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	191
Female	247

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	379
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	20
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	181
From 75 to 84	119
85 and over	21
Less than 65	117

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD in 2013

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	35
Dementia	12
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA during 2014 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	22
doctor visit	1526
injections	22

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	211
Female	260

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	412
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	20
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	201
From 75 to 84	128
85 and over	33
Less than 65	109

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD in 2014

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	33
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA during 2015 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	18
doctor visit	1610
injections	18

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	440
Female	504

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	820
Black	0
Hispanic	42
Asian	40
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	426
From 75 to 84	242
85 and over	82
Less than 65	194

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD in 2015

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	35
Dementia	14
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA during 2016 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	19
doctor visit	1624
injections	19

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	205
Female	253

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	395
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	23
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	202
From 75 to 84	116
85 and over	51
Less than 65	89

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD in 2016

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	33
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA during 2017 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	33
doctor visit	2041
injections	33

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	273
Female	314

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	508
Black	0
Hispanic	28
Asian	0
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	244
From 75 to 84	151
85 and over	59
Less than 65	133

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD in 2017

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	34
Dementia	11
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA during 2018 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	27
doctor visit	2019
injections	27

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	286
Female	308

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	517
Black	0
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	255
From 75 to 84	160
85 and over	53
Less than 65	126

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD in 2018

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	32
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA during 2019 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	14
doctor visit	1418
injections	14

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	265
Female	302

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	490
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	26
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	233
From 75 to 84	166
85 and over	63
Less than 65	105

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD in 2019

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	32
Dementia	13
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA during 2020 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	18
doctor visit	1373
injections	18

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	257
Female	286

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	467
Black	0
Hispanic	26
Asian	22
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	222
From 75 to 84	160
85 and over	62
Less than 65	99

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD in 2020

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	34
Dementia	13
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA during 2021 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	13
doctor visit	1495
injections	13

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	268
Female	264

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	450
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	39
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	218
From 75 to 84	163
85 and over	71
Less than 65	80

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD in 2021

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	33
Dementia	11
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA during 2022 were aspiration, injections, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	24
doctor visit	1378
injections	24
lab tests	20
preventive care	23
vaccines	23

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	250
Female	237

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	415
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	32
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	201
From 75 to 84	165
85 and over	60
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD in 2022

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	34
Dementia	7
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD treated as an internist in Richland, WA were preventive care, vaccines, lab tests and aspiration.

aspiration	20
doctor visit	1578
injections	20
lab tests	26
preventive care	64
thoracic (chest) imaging	16
vaccines	64
X-rays	16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	240
Female	270

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	20
Non-Hispanic White	441
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	14
Other	11

**Age**
75 to 84	142
85 and over	50
Less than 65	101
65 to 74	216

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD From 2012 - 2022

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

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	30
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

Education & Training

Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD graduated from Sun Yat-Sen University, Zhongshan School of Medicine in 1983. He completed residency at Duke University Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine and has a state license in Oregon.

Medical School: Sun Yat-Sen University, Zhongshan School of Medicine (1983)

Residency: Duke University Hospital

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Oregon

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

Kadlec Regional Medical Center

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. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, CIGNA PPO, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, TRICARE, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, Humana HMO, First Health, Regence, Kaiser Permanente, Asuris Northwest Health PPO, Premera PPO, Naphcare, Moda PPO, Evernorth PPO and First Choice PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana PPO

CIGNA PPO

Medicare Advantage

TriWest

TRICARE

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

United Healthcare Medicaid

OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)

United Healthcare PPO

Providence

Humana HMO

First Health

Regence

Kaiser Permanente

Asuris Northwest Health PPO

Premera PPO

Naphcare

Moda PPO

Evernorth PPO

First Choice PPO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 587 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Wei-Hsung Lin, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Richland, WA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-01-11

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Dr. Lin is the best Doctor I have ever had. I have been in and out of doctors my whole life due to medical conditions and no one has treated me with the respect and genuine care like Dr. Lin has. He is incredibly knowledgeable, very informative, always knows how to explain things to me if I don't understand. He goes over every single detail and makes me feel seen and heard. Dr. Lin goes above and beyond any care provider I have ever had, anywhere. He is an answered prayer. He is kind and makes me feel like I am safe and taken care of. If every doctor treated their patients like Dr. Lin does, this world would be a much happier and healthier place. I will never be able to explain how much I appreciate this man. He's truly a hidden gem in what is usually a very unkind, uncaring and unhelpful part of the health care system. He's changed my mind entirely about doctors and is the first one I've ever had that makes me feel like I am actually closer and closer to answers and healing. I could go on forever about how wonderful Dr. Lin and his staff are.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-01-19

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I have been with KADLEC for over 15 years & I have usually received optimal care with the exception of a couple impolite nurses, & security personnel at KADLEC Hospital in the past. I realize that we all have our bad days though.Dr. Lin has always treated me with respect & dignity. I appreciate that.I have been grossly mistreated by other healthcare facilities in tri-cities such as Trios & Lourdes Counseling Center.I trust KADLEC as a whole & am blessed to have your care & support.I am eternally grateful for the doctors, nurses, and all staff within KADLEC.I feel safe, respected, cared for, and loved.Thank you

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-09-26

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Excellent in all aspects of my health care.i always look forward to my visit with Dr Lin. I know that all of my needs will be met in a professional relationship. Aways leave feeling that I got the absolute best care that I could have been provided with. I have will always look forward to my next appointment. Knowing I have the best physician in my corner. Look forward to our continuous relationship. With a smile. 10 out of 10 always. Thank you Dr Lin for all you do for all of us. God bless.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-04-05

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Dr. Wei Lin is an excellent health care provider in every way. He is a very intelligent health care provider and a caring human being. Kadlec is very fortunate to have a doctor of his very high quality on their medical staff. Though small in stature, he stands out as a very humble man to really cares about his patients, and is a giant among men in that regard. I have recommended family and a dozen friends to see him for their medical needs as a general Practitioner. Thank you.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-04-15

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I am a disabled veteran 100 percent rating. I could get free care from the va. This is the best Doctor and care team I have ever had. I would rather pay them than get free care. If I could I would never go anywhere else for the rest of my life. I would give all of them s raise if I could. They are also better than any team I've ever seen at Kadlec. I'll never go anywhere else for as long as I can. They all deserve to be rewarded for the hard work and fantastic job they do.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-02-22

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I hurt my shoulder and went online to get in sooner than my next scheduled appt which was months away. After finding the soonest available time (2weeks) out, I left a message online as to why I was trying to move up my appointment.I received a call the next day and was offered two possible openings that were sooner! This was terrific care from the team! I am almost 69 years old. Dr Lin Is the BEST provider I have ever had! His team reflects that same caring attitude!

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-11-27

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Dr. Lin was and is wonderful. Compassionate, listens, understands and will be our PCP. As to other Kadlec services; getting appointments, phone calls returned, records up to date, numerous cancellations with other providers, lack of concern on part of other contacts. Dr. Lin is a breath of fresh air working in a system that needs training in customer service, IT challenges and universal records. Good for Dr. Lin.

Overall Rating: 3.0 2025-08-28

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I went with a specific problem and was not given any suggestions of how to deal with it while waiting for the test results--I felt like I was supposed to just "live with it". I also have not received any follow up calls concerning the test results, which I viewed on My Chart, or any suggestions on what to do to solve the problem that still exists.

Overall Rating: 4.0 2025-06-06

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Dr Lin always listens to me and asks my opinion on my symptoms. This visit was a 3 month check up. When I was in 3 months ago I got an appointment card but they forgot to put it in the schedule. I showed up, no appointment was shown but still was seen right away. Was impressed even though they were struggling because the computer system was down

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-03-07

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Best doctor I have ever had hands down. Extremely knowledgeable, very professional, very compassionate, with a great staff as well. I frequently recommend him to friends and family. The world would be a much better place with more doctors like him and more people getting this quality of treatment. Yes he's really that awesome!

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
SI-Bone, Inc.	$66 iFuse Implant $66

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$66

Biography

After completing medical school at SUNY, University at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and Sun Yat-Sen University, Zhongshan School of Medicine, Dr. Wei Lin performed his residency at Duke University Hospital. Areas of expertise for Dr. Lin include nasal congestion (stuffy nose), runner's knee (patellofemoral syndrome), and suicide. Dr. Lin is rated highly by his patients. Regence, Blue California, and United Healthcare PPO are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Lin honors. His professional affiliations include Kadlec Regional Medical Center and Providence. Dr. Lin's practice in Richland, WA is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com.