Paul J Lin, MD
Paul J Lin is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Wellington, FL with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Paul J Lin, MD has been part of the Wellington medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (class of 1997), he has been practicing for over 29 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 81.76/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 15% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Federal MIPS score higher than 52% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Florida, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202381.76/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in FloridaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.91%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.2 pts)
4.91% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better70%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-12.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
665
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
335
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,240
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.25M
Percentile rankings compared against 5,053 reporting peers in Florida.
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — 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.
$4.5k received from industry
202 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Paul J Lin's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Board certified · Oct 16, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
29 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
Education & Training
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
7593 W Boynton Beach Blvd Ste 220, Boynton Beach, FL 33437-6162
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 501320
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Paul J Lin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Paul J Lin for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Wellington 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 Paul J Lin
NPI records show Dr. Lin as active with telehealth listed in Wellington, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (561) 740-0545.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
8440 Lake Worth Rd Ste 200, Wellington, FL 33467
Mailing Address
7593 W Boynton Beach Blvd Ste 220, Boynton Beach, FL 33437-6162
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