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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Chang, Psychiatrist in Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Howard Chang, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Weymouth, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Chang completed his residency at Boston Va Hlthcare Sys-W Roxbu, Psychiatry. Dr. Chang is fluent in English and Chinese, 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 (508) 427-2525.
Where did Dr. Chang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Va Hlthcare Sys-W Roxbu, Psychiatry
Medical School: Natl Taiwan Univ Coll Of Med- Taipei- Taiwan | College of Medicine / National Taiwan University
Is Dr. Chang board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Chang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Chang speak?
Dr. Chang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Chang typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Chang typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Chang may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Chang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chang accept my insurance?
Dr. Chang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 427-2525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Chang in Weymouth, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Medicare
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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 1679581342.
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. Howard Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Psychiatrist near Weymouth, MA.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Howard 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
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Is Howard Chang accepting new patients in Weymouth, MA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (508) 427-2525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (508) 427-2525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Chang have?
Dr. Howard Chang is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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