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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chang, Cardiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. James Ducksoon Chang, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Chang completed his residency at Hospital Of The University Of Pa and is currently affiliated with Beth Israel Hospital. Dr. Chang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (617) 632-7760.
Where did Dr. Chang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hospital Of The University Of Pa
Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chang speak?
Dr. Chang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Chang typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Chang typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Ducksoon Chang may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (617) 632-7760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Chang in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Eternal Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Network Health
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
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 1184661878.
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. James Ducksoon Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Cardiologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. James Ducksoon Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chang is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, The Miriam 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Ducksoon Chang accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. James Ducksoon Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Ducksoon Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (617) 632-7760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Ducksoon Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (617) 632-7760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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