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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chang, Nephrologist in Danville, PA?
Dr. Alexander Chang, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Danville, PA. Dr. Chang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (570) 271-6144.
What languages does Dr. Chang speak?
Dr. Chang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chang typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chang 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. Chang. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- ADPKD
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Adult PKD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chang typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Chang may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Chang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chang accept my insurance?
Dr. Chang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-6144 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Danville, PA?
Dr. Chang in Danville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
Dr. Alexander Chang's Primary Practice
100 N Academy Ave
Danville, PA 17822
(570) 271-6144
What is Dr. Chang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407016967.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chang
What is Dr. Alexander Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Nephrologist near Danville, PA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Alexander Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chang is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexander Chang accepting new patients in Danville, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (570) 271-6144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (570) 271-6144 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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