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Dr. Lisa Yang, MD

Richmond, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yang, Surgeon in Richmond, CA?

    Dr. Lisa Yang, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA. Dr. Yang graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed her residency at UMASS MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Yang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yang’s office at (774) 443-0537.

    Where did Dr. Yang go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: UMASS MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yang speak?

    Dr. Yang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Yang typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Yang 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. Yang. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Removal
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastrectomy
    • Absence of Stomach
    • Missing Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z903: Acquired absence of stomach [part of]

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Yang 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. Yang. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
    • Gastric Sleeve Surgery
    • Longitudinal Gastrectomy
    • Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)

    Does Dr. Yang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (774) 443-0537 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yang accept in Richmond, CA?

    Dr. Yang in Richmond, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Western Health Advantage

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    Where is Dr. Yang's office located?

    Dr. Lisa Yang's Primary Practice

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

    (774) 443-0537

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    What hospitals are Dr. Yang affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Yang has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Yang's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Yang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700198371.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yang?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yang

    What is Dr. Lisa Yang's specialty?

    Dr. Yang is a Surgeon near Richmond, 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. Lisa Yang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yang is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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 Dr. Lisa Yang accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lisa Yang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lisa Yang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (774) 443-0537 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lisa Yang?

    Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (774) 443-0537 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Yang's office located?

    Dr. Yang's office is located in Richmond, CA.

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