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Dr. Tammy Chang, MD, PHD

Surgeon

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chang, Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Tammy Chang, MD, PHD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. 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 (415) 476-6069.

    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 Surgeon like Dr. Chang typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, conditions treated by Dr. Tammy Chang may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chang's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Chang typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Chang 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. 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:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Chang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-6069 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Chang in San Francisco, CA 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)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chang's office located?

    S321

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 476-6069

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    What is Dr. Chang's NPI number?A 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 1972787174.

    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. Tammy Chang's specialty?

    Dr. Chang is a Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Tammy Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chang is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Ucsf Health St. Mary's 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Tammy Chang accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Tammy Chang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tammy Chang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (415) 476-6069 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tammy Chang?

    Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (415) 476-6069 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chang's office located?

    Dr. Chang's office is located in San Francisco, CA.