Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yang, Nephrologist in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Philip Yang, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Yang graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Huntington Memorial Hospital Program. Dr. Yang is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yang’s office at (714) 486-2586.
Where did Dr. Yang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Huntington Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine | University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Yang board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Philip Yang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yang speak?
Dr. Yang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Yang typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Yang typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Yang accept my insurance?
Dr. Yang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 486-2586 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yang accept in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Yang in Fountain Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Heritage Health
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Yang's office located?
Dr. Philip Yang's Primary Practice
11100 Warner Ave Ste 158
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(714) 486-2586
What is Dr. Yang's NPI number?An 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 1821157553.
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. Philip Yang's specialty?
Dr. Yang is a Nephrologist near Fountain Valley, CA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Philip Yang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yang is affiliated with Uci Health - Fountain Valley 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. 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 Philip Yang accepting new patients in Fountain Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Philip Yang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philip Yang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (714) 486-2586 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philip Yang?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (714) 486-2586 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Yang have?
Dr. Philip Yang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Nephrologist Near Fountain Valley, CA
SD
Nephrologist
Accepting patientsDr. Son Dinh, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA with 1 additional practice location.
Fountain Valley, CA
Nephrologist
Accepting patientsDr. Essam Mostafa, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA. He is board certified.
Fountain Valley, CA
AS
Nephrologist
Accepting patientsDr. Ajit Sawhney, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified.
Fountain Valley, CA