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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chang, Nephrologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Duke Chang, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He has been practicing for over 46 years. Dr. Chang graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine and completed his residency at Jersey City Med Center. Dr. Chang is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (310) 316-6123.
Where did Dr. Chang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jersey City Med Center | UMDNJ
Medical School: Yonsei University College of Medicine | Yonsei University College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chang speak?
Dr. Chang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chang typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chang typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- Underarm Sweat Gland Nerve Treatment
- Axillary Chemodenervation
- Botox for Underarm Sweating
- Treatment for Excessive Underarm Sweating
CPT Codes:
- 64650: Chemodenervation of eccrine glands; both axillae
Does Dr. Chang accept my insurance?
Dr. Chang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 316-6123 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Chang in Torrance, 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
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Molina
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
Dr. Duke Chang's Primary Practice
3663 Torrance Blvd Ste 7
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 316-6123
What is Dr. Chang's NPI number?An 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 1235290669.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chang
What is Dr. Duke Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Nephrologist near Torrance, 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. Duke Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chang is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Duke Chang accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Duke Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Duke Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (310) 316-6123 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Duke Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (310) 316-6123 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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