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Dr. Ya Ju Chang, MD

New York, NY

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chang, Rheumatologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ya Ju Chang, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Chang graduated from Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) Faculdade de Medicina. Dr. Chang is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (212) 334-9591.

    Where did Dr. Chang go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Universidade Federal Do Estado Do Rio De Janeiro | Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) Faculdade de Medicina

    Is Dr. Chang board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ya Ju Chang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chang speak?

    Dr. Chang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Chang treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
    • Sjogren's Syndrome
    • Sjögren syndrome
    • Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
    • Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
    • Sicca Syndrome
    • Autoimmune dry eye disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
    • M3509: Sjogren syndrome with other organ involvement

    Also known as:

    • Lupus with Organ Involvement
    • Lupus kidney disease
    • Lupus
    • Kidney Disease
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
    • SLE Affecting Organs
    • Lupus Complications
    • Lupus nephritis
    • Kidney inflammation from lupus
    • Glomerulonephritis in SLE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
    • M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Joint Disease
    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint Condition
    • Joint Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M129: Arthropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Immune System Disorder
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Immunity Disorder
    • Immunological Disorder
    • Immune Dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D8989: Other specified disorders involving the immune mechanism, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Inflammatory Arthritis
    • Arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease
    • Polyarthritis
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy

    Also known as:

    • Ankylosing Spondylitis
    • AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
    • Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Other Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Atypical psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis-related joint condition
    • Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
    • Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
    • Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gout in multiple joints
    • Gout
    • Gouty arthritis
    • Acute gout
    • Uric acid arthritis
    • Crystal arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1009: Idiopathic gout, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Fibromyalgia
    • Widespread pain syndrome
    • Chronic muscle pain
    • Fibromyositis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M797: Fibromyalgia

    Also known as:

    • Iridocyclitis
    • Eye Disease
    • Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
    • Anterior uveitis
    • Iritis and cyclitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis
    • Ankylosing Spondylitis
    • nr-axSpA
    • Early Axial Spondyloarthritis
    • Axial Spondyloarthritis without X-ray changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M45A0: Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis of unspecified sites in spine

    What procedures does Dr. Chang perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Chang performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Chang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 334-9591 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • VNSNY Choice

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    Where is Dr. Chang's office located?

    Dr. Ya Ju Chang's Primary Practice

    41 Elizabeth St Ste 203

    New York, NY 10013

    (212) 334-9591

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    Dr. Ya Ju Chang's Practice 2

    1 E 16 St

    New York, NY 10003

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    Dr. Ya Ju Chang's Practice 3

    10 Union Sq E

    New York, NY 10003

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    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 1801879119.

    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. Ya Ju Chang's specialty?

    Dr. Chang is a Rheumatologist near New York, NY. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Chang to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ya Ju Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chang is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, NYU Langone Health - Tisch 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

    Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?

    Explore Rheumatologist with 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 Ya Ju Chang accepting new patients in New York, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Ya Ju Chang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (212) 334-9591 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ya Ju Chang?

    Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (212) 334-9591 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ya Ju Chang have?

    Dr. Ya Ju Chang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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