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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chang, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Carol Chang, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Arlington, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Chang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (703) 955-2477.
Is Dr. Chang board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Carol 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:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Chang typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Chang typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Carol Chang may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
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 (703) 955-2477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Chang in Arlington, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
Dr. Carol Chang's Primary Practice
1701 N George Mason Dr
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 955-2477
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 1487622262.
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. Carol Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Arlington, VA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Carol Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chang is affiliated with Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carol Chang accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?
Yes, Dr. Carol Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carol Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (703) 955-2477 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carol Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (703) 955-2477 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carol Chang have?
Dr. Carol Chang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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