38 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Yang, Vascular Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Paul Yang is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Yang completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Society of Angiology, Society for Vascular Surgeons, American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers New York, and Society for Vascular Surgery. Dr. Yang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yang’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yang’s office at (917) 300-0553.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yang?
Dr. Paul Yang is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yang empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arterial Disease, Endovascular Surgery, Peripheral Vascular Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn, NY community, Dr. Yang is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Yang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New York
Residency: Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City
Medical School: Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts | New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Yang board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Paul Yang is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Yang speak?
Dr. Yang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Yang typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Yang 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. Yang. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Yang typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Yang performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Yang. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
- AV fistula repair
- Dialysis graft revision
- Open AV fistula revision
CPT Codes:
- 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Fistula Ligation or Banding
- AV Fistula Closure
- Fistula Banding
- Angioaccess Revision
CPT Codes:
- 37607: Ligation or banding of angioaccess arteriovenous fistula
Also known as:
- Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
- Dialysis Access Graft
- Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
- Synthetic Graft for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Upper Arm)
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cephalic Vein Transposition
- Dialysis Access Creation
CPT Codes:
- 36818: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm cephalic vein transposition
Also known as:
- Open Thrombectomy for Dialysis Fistula/Graft
- Fistula Declotting
- Dialysis Graft Thrombectomy
- AV Fistula Clot Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36831: Thrombectomy, open, arteriovenous fistula without revision, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Yang accept my insurance?
Dr. Yang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yang accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Yang in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yang's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Surgeons
Fellow
American Society of Angiology
Professional Member
Society for Vascular Surgeons
Professional Member
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers New York
Professional Member
Society for Vascular Surgery
Professional Member
What is Dr. Yang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528040987.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yang
What is Dr. Paul Yang's specialty?
Dr. Yang is a Vascular Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Paul Yang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Newyork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Paul Yang accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Paul Yang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Yang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Yang?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Yang have?
Dr. Paul Yang is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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