34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fang, Gastroenterologist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. James Fang, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fang graduated from Zhejiang Medical University - Hangzhou- Zhejiang- China and completed his residency at Norwalk Hospital. Dr. Fang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fang’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fang’s office at (925) 776-7600.
Where did Dr. Fang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Harvard Medical Schoool, Bringham & Women's Hospital
Residency: Norwalk Hospital | Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program
Medical School: Zhejiang Medical University - Hangzhou- Zhejiang- China | Zhejiang Medical University - Hangzhou- Zhejiang- China | Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Fang board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. James Fang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fang speak?
Dr. Fang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Fang treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Fang 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. Fang. 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.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Rectal Disorder
- Benign rectal tumor
- Rectal neoplasm
- Non-malignant rectal mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Which procedures does Dr. Fang perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Fang may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fang's office.
Does Dr. Fang accept my insurance?
Dr. Fang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 776-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fang accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Fang in Walnut Creek, 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
Blue Shield of California
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fang's office located?
Dr. James Fang's Primary Practice
675 Ygnacio Valley Rd Ste 215
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 776-7600
What is Dr. Fang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366520199.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fang
What is Dr. James Fang's specialty?
Dr. Fang is a Gastroenterologist near Walnut Creek, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Fang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Fang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fang is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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
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Is James Fang accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Fang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Fang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fang's office at (925) 776-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Fang?
Please contact Dr. Fang's office at (925) 776-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Fang have?
Dr. James Fang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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