Who is Dr. Ang, Family Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Joel Ang, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Ang graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed his residency at St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center South Bend Campus.
Dr. Ang is fluent in English, Chinese, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ang’s office at (202) 667-5041.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ang?
Dr. Joel Ang, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ang empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetes, HIV/AIDS, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Washington/DC community, Dr. Ang is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center South Bend Campus | St. Joseph Medical Center, Family Medicine, IN, USA | St Joseph's Regional Medical Center (South Bend) Program
Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Ang board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Ang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 2003
What languages does Dr. Ang speak?
Dr. Ang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Ang treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ang 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. Ang. 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.
Also known as:
Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
Cholesterol
Triglycerides
Mixed hyperlipidemia
Combined hyperlipidemia
High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
History of COVID-19
COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
Past COVID-19 Infection
Previous Coronavirus Disease
Long COVID
Post-COVID Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
Z8616: Personal history of COVID-19
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
Also known as:
Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
Health Checkup
Adult Physical Exam with Issues
Routine Checkup with Concerns
General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
Sexually Transmitted Infection
Contact with STD
Suspected STI exposure
Sexual disease contact
ICD-10 Codes:
Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
Other Chronic Pain Condition
Chronic Pain
Various chronic pain
Unspecified long-term pain
Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes Type 2
Hyperglycemia
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetic Hyperglycemia
High Blood Glucose
High Sugar Levels
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
Adult-Onset Diabetes
Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
Health Screening
STD screening
Sexual health check
Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
General Disorder Screening
Health Screening
General Health Check
Disease Screening
Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
Unspecified high enzymes
Various enzyme abnormalities
Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
Chronic medication use
Ongoing drug treatment
Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
Depression Screening
Depression
Health Screening
Depression Test
Mental Health Check for Depression
Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
HIV
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
Viral Infection Exposure
Viral Infection
Viral Disease Contact
Suspected Viral Infection
Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
Other Metabolic Disorder Screening
Health Screening
Rare Metabolic Disease Screening
Uncommon Metabolic Check
ICD-10 Codes:
Z13228: Encounter for screening for other metabolic disorders
Also known as:
Dehydration
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Lack of Fluids
Fluid Loss
Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
Nutrition Counseling
Nutrition
Dietary advice
Nutritional guidance
Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Ang perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joel Ang may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ang's office.
Does Dr. Ang accept my insurance?
Dr. Ang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 667-5041 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ang accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Ang in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Joel Ang?
Dr. Ang has appointments available at his Washington, DC office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Ang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992792568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ang
What is Dr. Joel Ang's specialty?
Dr. Ang is a Family Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Ang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joel Ang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ang is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center 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
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Is Joel Ang accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Joel Ang is accepting new patients at this time.
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