39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fang, Internist in Medford, MA?
Dr. Paula Fang, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Medford, MA. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Fang graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine, completed her residency at Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine, and is currently affiliated with Prompt Care - Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Dr. Fang is fluent in English, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fang’s office at (781) 306-6102.
Where did Dr. Fang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine | Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Fang board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Paula Fang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fang speak?
Dr. Fang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Fang typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Fang diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Fang. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Fang typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Paula Fang may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Fang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fang accept my insurance?
Dr. Fang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 306-6102 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fang accept in Medford, MA?
Dr. Fang in Medford, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fang's office located?
Prompt Care - Lawrence Memorial Hospital
170 Governors Ave
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 306-6102
What is Dr. Fang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194714550.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fang
What is Dr. Paula Fang's specialty?
Dr. Fang is a Internist near Medford, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Paula Fang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fang is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paula Fang accepting new patients in Medford, MA?
Yes, Dr. Paula Fang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paula Fang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fang's office at (781) 306-6102 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paula Fang?
Please contact Dr. Fang's office at (781) 306-6102 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paula Fang have?
Dr. Paula Fang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Fang
Prompt Care - Lawrence Memorial Hospital
170 Governors Ave
Medford, MA 02155