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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chang, Nephrologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Eric Chang, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (916) 929-8564.
What languages does Dr. Chang speak?
Dr. Chang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chang typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Chang may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Chang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chang accept my insurance?
Dr. Chang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 929-8564 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Chang in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other TPA
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
Dr. Eric Chang's Primary Practice
333 University Ave Ste 120
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 929-8564
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 1477996031.
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. Eric Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Nephrologist near Sacramento, 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. Eric Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chang is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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
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Is Eric Chang accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (916) 929-8564 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (916) 929-8564 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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