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DR. HOWARD T. CHANG MD. PHD
NPI 1558455451
Pathology - Neuropathology in Lansing, MI

Active since October 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1200 E. MICHIGAN AVE., LOWER LEVEL, LANSING, MI 48912(517) 364-5258 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Howard T. Chang Md. Phd NPPES

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

DR. HOWARD T. CHANG MD. PHD (NPI 1558455451) is an individual neuropathology provider in Lansing, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301088774) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Edward W Sparrow Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558455451
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZN0500X
Provider Legal NameDR. HOWARD T. CHANGCredential: MD. PHD
Location Address1200 E. MICHIGAN AVE., LOWER LEVELLansing, MI 48912
Mailing AddressPo Box 13008Lansing, MI 48901-3008 · (517) 364-6253 · Fax (517) 364-6208
Phone(517) 364-5258
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateOctober 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1558455451 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · NeuropathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZN0500X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301088774
Definition
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
1200 E. MICHIGAN AVE., Lansing, MI 48912
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINH46197

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Priority Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Howard T. Chang Md. Phd 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 ID5294731303
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061012000652
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 5

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.

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
75 services14 patients
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present 88311
This procedure involves treating tissue samples to remove any calcium, which can interfere with the examination. The tissue is soaked in a special solution that safely dissolves the calcium, leaving the tissue intact for accurate analysis. This helps in making precise diagnoses.
69 services68 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
67 services65 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
25 services15 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
16 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Edward W Sparrow Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lansing, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230230
Location1215 E Michigan AvenueLansing, MI 48912 · Ingham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48912 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
$126.15 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

DANIELLE NICOLE SOVEY NP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1200 E. MICHIGAN AVE., SUITE 580
LANSING, MI 48912
Ingham County (517) 483-7550
JASON CHRISTOPHER TRATECHAUD D.O.
Anesthesiology
1200 E. MICHIGAN AVE., SUITE 370
LANSING, MI 48912
Ingham County (517) 484-4451

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 Howard Chang's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Chang is 1558455451. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 3, 2006.

Where is Howard Chang located?

Howard Chang practices at 1200 E. Michigan Ave. Lower Level, Lansing, MI 48912. The listed phone number is (517) 364-5258.

What is Howard Chang's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Neuropathology, with taxonomy code 207ZN0500X.

Is Howard Chang enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard 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 Howard Chang accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and Priority Health list Howard 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 Howard Chang affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Howard Chang is affiliated with Edward W Sparrow Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Howard Chang was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.