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Who is Dr. Chang, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Joan Chang, DO is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN. She is board certified. Dr. Chang is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (317) 338-7780.
Is Dr. Chang board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joan Chang, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chang speak?
Dr. Chang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chang typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Non-Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Bleeding Disorder
- Vascular purpura
- Purpura without low platelets
- Skin bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D692: Other nonthrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Blood Clotting Disorder
- Bleeding Disorder
- Thrombophilia
- Increased Clotting Tendency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6869: Other thrombophilia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chang typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joan Chang may include:
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 (317) 338-7780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Chang in Indianapolis, IN 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)
Highmark Health
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Nascentia Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
Dr. Joan Chang's Primary Practice
8424 Naab Rd Ste 1L
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(317) 338-7780
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 1063526291.
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. Joan Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Indianapolis, IN.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Joan Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Joan Chang accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Joan Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joan Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (317) 338-7780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joan Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (317) 338-7780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joan Chang have?
Dr. Joan Chang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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