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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chang, Internist in Portland, ME?
Dr. Basil Chang, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Chang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (207) 879-3000.
What languages does Dr. Chang speak?
Dr. Chang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chang treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Chang perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Basil Chang may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (207) 879-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Chang in Portland, ME 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
First Medical Health Plan
Humana
Medicare
San Luis Valley
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
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 1831175942.
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. Basil Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Internist near Portland, ME.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Chang to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Basil Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chang is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital, Holland Hospital, Central Maine 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Basil Chang accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Basil Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Basil Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (207) 879-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Basil Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (207) 879-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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