--- title: "Dr. Kenneth S. Lin | Internal Medicine Doctor in San Carlos, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Kenneth S. Lin, M.D. practices Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in San Carlos, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-kenneth-s-lin-1046238568" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Kenneth S. Lin, M.D. ![Kenneth S. Lin, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/ZWMLrPoq0uAS2yT8yWI4RkI2S3H_O_EOIN_hAkKA2p8/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(376 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Kenneth S. Lin, M.D. ## Internal Medicine - New patients, please call for availability ## Pediatrics - Not accepting new patients [301 Industrial RoadLevel 3San Carlos, CA 94070](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=301+Industrial+Road+San+Carlos%2C+CA+94070+US) ## Schedule appointment [650-596-4000](tel:+16505964000) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-kenneth-s-lin-1046238568#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-kenneth-s-lin-1046238568#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-kenneth-s-lin-1046238568#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-kenneth-s-lin-1046238568#provider-services) ## About Dr. Lin Languages English, Mandarin, and Spanish Gender Male Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging Offers [video visits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-care/video-visits) for existing patients ### Approach to care I find great joy in seeing my patients recover from illness. Some of my most rewarding visits are when patients return to share how much better they feel, the progress they have made in their health, or their pride in achieving personal goals such as weight loss or quitting smoking. Family is the cornerstone of life, and my goal is to care for patients from the newborn stage through adulthood. I enjoy building long-term relationships and love watching babies and children grow into adulthood. As a new father navigating life with newborn twins, I have gained a deeper appreciation for the joys and challenges all parents experience. I believe prevention is one of the most important aspects of medicine and a vital public health service. I make it a priority to keep my patients up to date on preventive care, such as vaccinations, screenings, and wellness checks, so we can work together to stop disease before it starts. Being part of the Palo Alto Medical Foundation allows me to leverage advanced technology and collaborate with hundreds of other physicians to stay current with the latest medical treatments and trends. Through MyHealthOnline, I can share lab results and communicate with patients conveniently and securely. I enjoy seeing patients for the full spectrum of medical needs, from routine physicals and sports exams to visits for conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sore throats, and skin rashes. I look forward to meeting you and your family and working together to support your health and wellness. ### Professional highlights Adjunct Clinical Instructor, Stanford University School of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine. Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Member of the American College of Physicians. Attended medical school at the University of California, Los Angeles (now the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA). Completed a combined Internal Medicine-Pediatrics residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Returned to the Bay Area in 2004 and spent two years in private practice in San Jose working closely with O'Connor Hospital. Teaches medical students from Stanford University School of Medicine as part of their internal medicine rotations. ### Outside of medicine Dr. Lin is married and has three boys, including twin boys. He enjoys outdoor activities, coaching Little League baseball, and watching the San Francisco Giants. ## Education and training **Medical school:** University of California, Los Angeles **Internship:** Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (UCLA School of Medicine), CA ## Board certifications - Internal Medicine - Pediatrics ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [San Carlos Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/san-carlos-center-1043246914) 301 Industrial Road Level 3 San Carlos, CA 94070 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=301+Industrial+Road+San+Carlos%2C+CA+94070+US) [650-596-4000](tel:+16505964000) 650-551-7043 Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Annual physical exam ### Conditions - High blood pressure - Lipid Disorders ### Reasons for visit - Annual checkup - Wellness care ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Internal medicine](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/internal-medicine) - [Pediatric weight management program](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pediatric-weight-management-program) ## Similar providers nearby [View all](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Internal+Medicine%22%2C%22Pediatrics%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%2C%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Near%3A+San+Carlos+Center%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_offices.officeOrFacility.builtin.location%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24near%22%2C%22value%22%3A%7B%22lat%22%3A37.5151417677625%2C%22lng%22%3A-122.26050391484215%2C%22radius%22%3A16093%7D%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) - 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