Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chang, Radiation Oncologist in Valencia, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chang?
Dr. Albert Chang, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Radiation Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chang empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brachytherapy, Genitourinary Cancer, Gynecologic Cancers, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Valencia, CA community, Dr. Chang is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
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 Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Chang typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer
- Malignant Cervical Tumor
- Cervical Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Cervix
- Cancer of the cervix
- Cervix carcinoma
- Malignant tumor of cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- C538: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of cervix uteri
- C531: Malignant neoplasm of exocervix
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Chang typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, 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:
- Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Diagnostic Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Rectal and Lower Colon Scope
- Rigid Sigmoidoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45300: Proctosigmoidoscopy, rigid; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Prostate Radiation Guidance Marker Placement
- Radiation Therapy Marker Placement (Abdominal/Pelvic)
- Prostate fiducial marker insertion
- Radiation therapy guidance markers
- Prostate dosimeter placement
- Needle placement for prostate radiation
- Fiducial Marker Placement
- Radiation Guidance Device Insertion
- Internal Radiation Markers
CPT Codes:
- 55876: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple
- 49411: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), percutaneous, intra-abdominal, intra-pelvic (except prostate), and/or retroperitoneum, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Injection of Biodegradable Material Near Prostate
- Prostate Spacer Injection
- Periprostatic Injection
- Biodegradable Prostate Implant
- Prostate Radiation Protection Injection
CPT Codes:
- 55874: Transperineal placement of biodegradable material, peri-prostatic, single or multiple injection(s), including image guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Prostate Seed Implants (Brachytherapy)
- Prostate Brachytherapy
- Interstitial Radioelement Application
- Prostate Radiation Seed Placement
CPT Codes:
- 55875: Transperineal placement of needles or catheters into prostate for interstitial radioelement application, with or without cystoscopy
Also known as:
- Placement of Needles for Pelvic Radiation Therapy
- Interstitial brachytherapy needle placement
- Pelvic organ radiation catheter insertion
- Genital brachytherapy preparation
CPT Codes:
- 55920: Placement of needles or catheters into pelvic organs and/or genitalia (except prostate) for subsequent interstitial radioelement application
Also known as:
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device Insertion
- Uterine Tandem Placement
- Vaginal Ovoids Insertion
- Internal Radiation Therapy Device
CPT Codes:
- 57155: Insertion of uterine tandem and/or vaginal ovoids for clinical brachytherapy
Does Dr. Chang accept my insurance?
Dr. Chang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-9771 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Valencia, CA?
Dr. Chang in Valencia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
Dr. Albert Chang's Primary Practice
24051 Newhall Ranch Rd Bldg C
Valencia, CA 91355
(310) 825-9771
What hospitals are Dr. Chang affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Chang has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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 1104089267.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chang