Expertise in
12
conditions
Expertise in
12
conditions

Overview

Alvin Chang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Chang has been practicing medicine for over 32 years is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Schizoaffective Disorder, Osteomyelitis in Children, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Gastrostomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of California Los Angeles , 1994, 1994

Residency

Veterans Affairs Medical Center , 1995 - 1997

Specialties

Geriatrics
Internal Medicine

Licenses

Geriatric Medicine in CA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

University of California, Los Angeles Dept of Medicine , 1997 - 1998

Hospital Affiliations

Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center
Foothill Regional Medical Center
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
ATRIO Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Essence Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Net

Accepted plan types not found. Please verify directly with the provider.

Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Inland Empire Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
LA Care
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
MetLife
  • PPO
Nippon Life
  • INSURANCE PLAN
SCAN Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Simply Healthcare
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Access Community Health Center
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Other Locations
Access Community Health Center
520 N Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alvin Chang

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alvin Chang?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Alvin Chang by calling their office at 714-352-5800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Alvin Chang a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alvin Chang is classified as an Advanced expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Alvin Chang specialize in?

While Dr. Alvin Chang is a Geriatrics, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Schizoaffective Disorder, and Osteomyelitis in Children. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Geriatrics.

Does Dr. Alvin Chang participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Alvin Chang has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). You can view a list of Dr. Alvin Chang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Alvin Chang accept my insurance?

Dr. Alvin Chang accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-352-5800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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