DR. KUANG SHAH CHANG MD
NPI 1952567505
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Athens, GA

Active since August 04, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.05/100
CMS Quality Rating
3320 OLD JEFFERSON RD BLDG 800, ATHENS, GA 30607(706) 353-2990(706) 353-2992 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 16, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 16, 2024, Jul 16, 2020, May 15, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Kuang Shah Chang Md NPPES

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

DR. KUANG SHAH CHANG MD (NPI 1952567505) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Athens, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (82466) and active in the NPI registry since August 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952567505
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X
Provider Legal NameDR. KUANG SHAH CHANGCredential: MD
Location Address3320 OLD JEFFERSON RD BLDG 800Athens, GA 30607-1400
Mailing Address3320 Old Jefferson Rd Ste 800Athens, GA 30607-1400 · (706) 353-2990 · Fax (706) 353-2992
Fax(706) 353-2992
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSWright State University Boonshoft School Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateAugust 4, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 16, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 16, 2024
NPI 1952567505 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0003X
Licenses Licensed in GA · 82466 Licensed in TX · Q4062
Definition

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 0101247242 (VA)
3320 OLD JEFFERSON RD BLDG 800, Athens, GA 30607

Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 13320 Old Jefferson Rd Ste 700Athens, GA 30607-1465 · Phone (706) 353-2990 · Fax (706) 353-2992
Location 2355 Clear Creek Pkwy Ste 2007Lavonia, GA 30553-4271 · Phone (706) 356-2934 · Fax (706) 356-8037
Location 34182 Highway 278 NECovington, GA 30014-2494 · Phone (678) 712-6921 · Fax (678) 712-6923
Location 41460 Resurgence DrWatkinsville, GA 30677-7320 · Phone (706) 715-2410 · Fax (706) 353-2992

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. Kuang Shah Chang Md 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 ID9436314440
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190624001025
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 66

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.

Injection, pembrolizumab, 1 mg J9271
Pembrolizumab is a medication given via injection to help your body's immune system fight certain types of cancer. It's typically administered in a hospital or clinic by a healthcare professional.
10,800 services12 patients
Injection, daratumumab, 10 mg and hyaluronidase-fihj J9144
Daratumumab and hyaluronidase-fihj is an injection administered to treat certain types of blood cancer. The medication works by targeting and killing specific cancer cells. It's often given under the skin to reduce side effects and improve patient comfort.
9,720 services12 patients
Injection, ferric derisomaltose, 10 mg J1437
Ferric derisomaltose is an iron replacement product. It's given as an injection to treat iron deficiency anemia, a condition where the body lacks enough iron. The injection helps increase iron in your body to healthy levels.
7,492 services63 patients
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg J0897
Denosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.
2,760 services24 patients
Injection, epoetin alfa, (for non-esrd use), 1000 units J0885
Epoetin alfa is a medication injected to help your body produce more red blood cells, improving energy levels and reducing tiredness. It's often used for patients with certain types of anemia. Each injection contains 1000 units of the medicine.
1,925 services19 patients
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
1,782 services46 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

St Mary's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110006
Location1230 Baxter StreetAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Piedmont Newton Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Covington, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110018
Location5126 Hospital Drive NECovington, GA 30014 · Newton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center, LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Lavonia, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110027
Location367 Clear Creek ParkwayLavonia, GA 30553 · Franklin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Piedmont Walton Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Monroe, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number110046
Location2151 W Spring StreetMonroe, GA 30655 · Walton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110074
Location1199 Prince AvenueAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30607 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
$164.04 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $41.01 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

99.05/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Promoting Interoperability94
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
89%105 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Capecitabine, oral, 500 mg J8521
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier20 claims1,336 services$0.59 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
1 supplier21 claims21 services$18.07 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
1 supplier11 claims11 services$11.48 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.

Nurse Practitioner
3320 OLD JEFFERSON RD BLDG 800
ATHENS, GA 30607
Pharmacist
3320 OLD JEFFERSON RD BLDG 800
ATHENS, GA 30607
Physician Assistant
3320 OLD JEFFERSON RD BLDG 800
ATHENS, GA 30607
Social Worker (Clinical)
3320 OLD JEFFERSON RD BLDG 800
ATHENS, GA 30607
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
3320 OLD JEFFERSON RD BLDG 800
ATHENS, GA 30607
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
3320 OLD JEFFERSON RD BLDG 800
ATHENS, GA 30607
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3320 OLD JEFFERSON RD BLDG 800
ATHENS, GA 30607
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
3320 OLD JEFFERSON RD BLDG 800
ATHENS, GA 30607

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 Kuang Chang's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kuang Chang is 1952567505. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 4, 2008.

Where is Kuang Chang located?

Kuang Chang practices at 3320 Old Jefferson Rd Bldg 800, Athens, GA 30607. The listed phone number is (706) 353-2990.

What is Kuang Chang's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Kuang Chang enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kuang 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 Kuang Chang accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 1 other insurer list Kuang 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 Kuang Chang affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kuang Chang is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital, Piedmont Newton Hospital, Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center, LLC, Piedmont Walton Hospital and Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kuang Chang was last updated on July 16, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.