DR. ALEXANDER RICHARD CHANG M.D.
NPI 1407016967
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Danville, PA

Active since June 09, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100 N ACADEMY AVE, DANVILLE, PA 17822(570) 271-6393(570) 271-5623 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 20, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Alexander Richard Chang M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. ALEXANDER RICHARD CHANG M.D. (NPI 1407016967) is an individual nephrology provider in Danville, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD449683) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Geisinger-bloomsburg Hospital, and is a graduate of Ohio State University College Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407016967
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALEXANDER RICHARD CHANGCredential: M.D.
Location Address100 N ACADEMY AVEDanville, PA 17822-0020
Mailing Address100 N Academy AveDanville, PA 17822-4903 · (570) 271-6144 · Fax (570) 271-6578
Fax(570) 271-5623
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOhio State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJune 9, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 20, 2020
NPPES CertifiedAugust 20, 2020
NPI 1407016967 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License Licensed in PA · MD449683
Definition

An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 125053196 (IL)
100 N ACADEMY AVE, Danville, PA 17822

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Alexander Richard Chang M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6406017383
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131108000172
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
80 services38 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
37 services32 patients
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935
Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.
20 services16 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
17 services17 patients
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, 1 day or longer, with recording, scanning analysis, interpretation, and report 93784
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is a test that keeps track of your blood pressure over 24 hours or more. A small device, worn on a belt, takes readings at set intervals. This data is analyzed to give a comprehensive report on your blood pressure patterns.
12 services12 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bloomsburg, PA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390003
Location549 East Fair StreetBloomsburg, PA 17815 · Columbia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Geisinger Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Danville, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390006
Location100 North Academy AvenueDanville, PA 17822 · Montour County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilkes Barre, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390270
Location1000 East Mountain BoulevardWilkes Barre, PA 18711 · Luzerne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17822 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
3 suppliers14 claims750 services$0.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
5 suppliers17 claims17 services$18.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
4 suppliers12 claims12 services$12.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Surgery (Pediatric Surgery)
100 N ACADEMY AVE
DANVILLE, PA 17822
Dietitian, Registered
100 N ACADEMY AVE
DANVILLE, PA 17822
Emergency Medicine
100 N ACADEMY AVE
DANVILLE, PA 17822
Physician Assistant
100 N ACADEMY AVE
DANVILLE, PA 17822
Pediatrics
100 N ACADEMY AVE
DANVILLE, PA 17822
Surgery (Pediatric Surgery)
100 N ACADEMY AVE
DANVILLE, PA 17822
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
100 N ACADEMY AVE
DANVILLE, PA 17822
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
100 N ACADEMY AVE
DANVILLE, PA 17822

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Alexander Chang's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Chang is 1407016967. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2008.

Where is Alexander Chang located?

Alexander Chang practices at 100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822. The listed phone number is (570) 271-6393.

What is Alexander Chang's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Alexander Chang enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Chang is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Alexander Chang accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Alexander Chang as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Alexander Chang affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alexander Chang is affiliated with Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Chang was last updated on August 20, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.