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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chang, Internist in San Clemente, CA?
Dr. Lawrence Chang, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Clemente, CA. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Chang graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Austin Med Educ Prog-Seton Hlt, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (949) 240-9664.
Where did Dr. Chang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Austin Med Educ Prog-Seton Hlt, Internal Medicine | University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Chang board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence 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
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chang typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chang typically perform?
As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Does Dr. Chang accept my insurance?
Dr. Chang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 240-9664 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in San Clemente, CA?
Dr. Chang in San Clemente, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Chang's Primary Practice
665 Camino de los Mares Ste 301
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 240-9664
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 1528046430.
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. Lawrence Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Internist near San Clemente, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chang is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Uci Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Providence St. Jude 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
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Is Lawrence Chang accepting new patients in San Clemente, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (949) 240-9664 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (949) 240-9664 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Chang have?
Dr. Lawrence Chang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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