Alice I-Ying Lin, M.D.
Alice I-Ying Lin is a Family Medicine specialist based in Newton Centre, MA with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Alice I-Ying Lin, M.D. specializes in family medicine, serving patients in Newton Centre, MA in group practice. A Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine graduate since 2010, she brings 16+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and osteoporosis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 19% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Uses generic medications more than 30% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 854dNPPES updated 2024-01-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.39%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.7 pts)
4.39% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82.3%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
31
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
162
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,071
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $228k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Osteoporosis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2010
Penn State College of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 20, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
16 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine (Class of 2010)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Alice I-Ying Lin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alice I-Ying Lin for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to Newton Centre required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alice I-Ying Lin
NPI records show Dr. Lin as active with telehealth listed in Newton Centre, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 332-1001.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Alice I-Ying Lin
Practice Location
714 Beacon St, Newton Centre, MA 02459-1943
Mailing Address
714 Beacon St, Newton Centre, MA 02459-1943
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