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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chang, Anesthesiologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Elbert Chang, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chang graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Chang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (253) 274-1668.
Where did Dr. Chang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
What languages does Dr. Chang speak?
Dr. Chang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chang treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Single Live Birth
- Childbirth
- One baby born alive
- Vaginal birth of one baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z370: Single live birth
Which procedures does Dr. Chang perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Elbert Chang may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chang's office.
Does Dr. Chang accept my insurance?
Dr. Chang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 274-1668 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Chang in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
First Administrators
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
Dr. Elbert Chang's Primary Practice
315 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 274-1668
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 1780900142.
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. Elbert Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Anesthesiologist near Tacoma, WA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Chang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elbert Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chang is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Elbert Chang accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Elbert Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elbert Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (253) 274-1668 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elbert Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (253) 274-1668 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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