Albert Shou-Yen Chang, MD
Albert Shou-Yen Chang is a Surgery specialist based in Raleigh, NC with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL SURGERY
Albert Shou-Yen Chang, MD has practiced surgery for 30+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Duke University School of Medicine (class of 1996), he has been practicing for over 30 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer.
Older · 1534dNPPES updated 2022-03-12 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better37.21%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+32.1 pts)
37.21% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
219
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
21
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
43
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $185
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$145 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Albert Shou-Yen Chang's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Duke University School of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 11, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Duke University School of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
1499 Walton Way Ste 1400, Augusta, GA 30901-2602
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgery Care With Albert Shou-Yen Chang
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Albert Shou-Yen Chang for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Raleigh required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Albert Shou-Yen Chang
Dr. Chang is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Raleigh, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 784-7874.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Albert Shou-Yen Chang
Practice Location
2800 Blue Ridge Rd Ste 300, Raleigh, NC 27607-6476
Mailing Address
1499 Walton Way Ste 1400, Augusta, GA 30901-2602
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