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Dr. Nelson Yang, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bakersfield, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yang, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Nelson Yang, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Yang graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine. 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 (661) 332-1064.

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

    • Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Yang board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson Yang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yang typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yang typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nelson Yang may include:

    Please contact Dr. Yang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Yang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 332-1064 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Yang in Bakersfield, 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

    • Community Health Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yang's office located?

    Dr. Nelson Yang's Primary Practice

    420 34th St

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

    (661) 332-1064

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    Dr. Nelson Yang's Practice 2

    4821 Panama Ln Unit A

    Bakersfield, CA 93313

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    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 1982853206.

    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. Nelson Yang's specialty?

    Dr. Yang is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bakersfield, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Nelson Yang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yang is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Nelson Yang accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Nelson Yang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (661) 332-1064 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (661) 332-1064 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Yang's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nelson Yang have?

    Dr. Nelson Yang is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.