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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yang, Thoracic Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Chi-Fu Yang, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yang’s office at (617) 726-6826.
What languages does Dr. Yang speak?
Dr. Yang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Yang typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Yang typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Chi-Fu Yang may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
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 (617) 726-6826 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yang accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Yang in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yang's office located?
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 1104117449.
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. Chi-Fu Yang's specialty?
Dr. Yang is a Thoracic Surgeon near Boston, MA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Chi-Fu Yang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yang is affiliated with Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital 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 Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Thoracic Surgeon. 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 Chi-Fu Yang accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Chi-Fu Yang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chi-Fu Yang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (617) 726-6826 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chi-Fu Yang?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (617) 726-6826 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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