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Dr. Ya Ju Chang, MD

New York, NY

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    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 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. 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 in 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Keratoconjunctivitis
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Cornea and Conjunctiva Inflammation
    • Eye Surface Inflammation
    • Inflamed Cornea and Conjunctiva

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16203: Unspecified keratoconjunctivitis, bilateral

    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:

    • 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M797: Fibromyalgia

    Also known as:

    • Anemia of Chronic Disease
    • Anemia
    • Anemia of Inflammation or Chronic Disease
    • Anemia of Inflammation
    • ACD
    • Anemia from long-term illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D638: Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lupus with Organ Involvement
    • Lupus
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
    • SLE Affecting Organs
    • Lupus Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Tendon and Synovial Disorder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Shoulder Tendinopathy
    • Right Shoulder Synovitis
    • Right Shoulder Joint Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M67911: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, right shoulder

    Which procedures does Dr. Chang perform as a Rheumatologist?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ya Ju Chang may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chang's office.

    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

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Molina

    • State of New York

    • 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

    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?

    No, Chang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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