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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yang, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Samuel Yang, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Yang completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Yang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yang’s office at (410) 955-2280.
Where did Dr. Yang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Yang board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Yang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yang typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yang typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Yang may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (410) 955-2280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yang accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Yang in Stanford, 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
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 1386672905.
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. Samuel Yang's specialty?
Dr. Yang is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Stanford, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Samuel Yang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yang is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an 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 Samuel Yang accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Yang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Yang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (410) 955-2280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Yang?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (410) 955-2280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Yang have?
Dr. Samuel Yang is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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