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Who is Dr. Chang, Internist in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Kook Chang, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Van Nuys, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Chang graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Elizabeth Hlth Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; North Oakland Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Cleveland Psych Inst, Psychiatry; Marymount Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Chang is fluent in English and Korean, 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 (818) 780-7771.
Where did Dr. Chang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Elizabeth Hlth Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; North Oakland Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Cleveland Psych Inst, Psychiatry; Marymount Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Cleveland Psychology Institute | St Elizabeth Health Center Program
Medical School: Korea Univ Coll of Med, Chong-no-ku, Seoul, So Korea | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Chang board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kook Chang, MD 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:
English
Korean
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chang typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Lumbago and Sciatica
- Back and Leg Pain
- Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chang typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kook Chang 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. 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 (818) 780-7771 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Chang in Van Nuys, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Clever Care Health Plan
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
Dr. Kook Chang's Primary Practice
14600 Sherman Way Ste 270
Van Nuys, CA 91405
(818) 780-7771
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 1356442354.
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. Kook Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Internist near Van Nuys, CA.
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. Kook Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center, Encino Hospital Medical Center. 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 Kook Chang accepting new patients in Van Nuys, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kook Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kook Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (818) 780-7771 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kook Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (818) 780-7771 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kook Chang have?
Dr. Kook Chang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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