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Dr. Lauren Chang, MD

Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bethesda, MD

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chang, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bethesda, MD?

    Dr. Lauren Chang, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Chang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (301) 896-3054.

    Is Dr. Chang board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Chang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    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 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chang typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chang typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Chang may include:

    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 (301) 896-3054 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Bethesda, MD?

    Dr. Chang in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Riverside Health

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    Where is Dr. Chang's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Chang's Primary Practice

    8600 Old Georgetown Rd

    Bethesda, MD 20814

    (301) 896-3054

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    What is Dr. Chang's NPI number?A 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 1922044254.

    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. Lauren Chang's specialty?

    Dr. Chang is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bethesda, MD.

    What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.

    Is Dr. Lauren Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chang is affiliated with Suburban 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

    When to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Lauren Chang accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Chang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Chang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (301) 896-3054 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren Chang?

    Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (301) 896-3054 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chang's office located?

    Dr. Chang's office is located in Bethesda, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lauren Chang have?

    Dr. Lauren Chang is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.