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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ang, Internist in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Walter Ang, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Ang is fluent in English and Burmese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ang’s office at (661) 945-5984.
Is Dr. Ang board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Walter Ang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ang speak?
Dr. Ang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Burmese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ang typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ang 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. Ang. 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:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
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- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ang typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Ang 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. Ang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ang accept my insurance?
Dr. Ang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 945-5984 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ang accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Ang in Lancaster, 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
AmWINS Group
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ang's office located?
What is Dr. Ang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558575696.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ang
What is Dr. Walter Ang's specialty?
Dr. Ang is a Internist near Lancaster, 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. Walter Ang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ang is affiliated with Halifax Health Medical Center-Daytona Beach which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Walter Ang accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Walter Ang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Ang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ang's office at (661) 945-5984 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Ang?
Please contact Dr. Ang's office at (661) 945-5984 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Ang have?
Dr. Walter Ang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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