Overview
Kenneth Chang is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Orange, California.
Dr. Chang is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
101 The City Dr S, Orange, CA 92868
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. Kenneth J. Chang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kenneth J. Chang?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kenneth J. Chang by calling their office at 888-717-4463. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kenneth J. Chang a top-rated expert for Hiatal Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kenneth J. Chang is classified as an Elite expert for Hiatal Hernia, 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. Kenneth J. Chang specialize in?
While Dr. Kenneth J. Chang is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Barrett Esophagus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Kenneth J. Chang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kenneth J. Chang has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hiatal Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Kenneth J. Chang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kenneth J. Chang accept my insurance?
Dr. Kenneth J. Chang accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-717-4463 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Chang isElite. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Distinguished
- AchalasiaDr. Chang isDistinguished. Learn about Achalasia.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Chang isDistinguished. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- EndoscopyDr. Chang isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Advanced
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Chang isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EsophagitisDr. Chang isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- ObesityDr. Chang isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Chang isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Chang isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Experienced
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- CirrhosisDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastroparesisDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HeartburnDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- IndigestionDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Stomach CancerDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Chang isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
