Overview
Kuangda Shan is a primary care provider, practicing in Gastroenterologist in Orange, California.
His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- 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
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
Accepted plan types not found. Please verify directly with the provider.
- EPO
- POS
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- 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
200 S Manchester Ave Ste 650, Orange, CA 92868
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shan has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Kuangda Shan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kuangda Shan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kuangda Shan by calling their office at 714-456-7890. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kuangda Shan a top-rated expert for Obesity?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kuangda Shan is classified as an Experienced expert for Obesity, 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. Kuangda Shan specialize in?
While Dr. Kuangda Shan is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Obesity, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Kuangda Shan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kuangda Shan has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity. You can view a list of Dr. Kuangda Shan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kuangda Shan accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuangda Shan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-456-7890 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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