Karen Lin, MD
Karen Lin is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Cedar City, UT with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: MEDICAL ONCOLOGY
Karen Lin, MD has practiced internal medicine for 20+ years, working in group practice. She has been practicing since 2007 — over 20 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 70% of reporting doctors in Utah
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 872dNPPES updated 2024-01-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Utah Physicians Licensing Board (DOPL)
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.91%
Utah avg: 6.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.8 pts)
5.91% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.8%
Utah avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8 pts)
Better than 70% of reporting doctors in UtahHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
287
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
187
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
897
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $915k
Percentile rankings compared against 531 reporting peers in Utah.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
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.
Board certified · Jan 1, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
20 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Mailing address
Po Box 27128, Salt Lake City, UT 84127-0128
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Karen Lin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Karen Lin for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Cedar City 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 Karen Lin
Dr. Lin is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Cedar City, UT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (435) 868-5690.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Karen Lin
Practice Location
1303 N Main St, Cedar City, UT 84721-9746
Mailing Address
Po Box 27128, Salt Lake City, UT 84127-0128
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