Kuang Shah Chang, MD
Kuang Shah Chang, MD specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Athens, GA in independent practice. He graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in 2008 and has 18+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 99.05/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 97% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 659dNPPES updated 2024-07-16 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3320 Old Jefferson Rd Bldg 800, Athens, GA 30607-1400
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 97% of doctors in Georgia on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202399.05/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.5 pts)
Top 3% of MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.75%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2.7 pts)
7.75% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
779
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
283
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,509
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5.71M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Arthritis.
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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.4k received from industry
104 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Kuang Shah Chang's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 15, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
18 years in practice
Experienced
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.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine (Class of 2008)
Mailing address
3320 Old Jefferson Rd Ste 800, Athens, GA 30607-1400
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Kuang Shah Chang
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kuang Shah Chang for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Athens 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 Kuang Shah Chang
Dr. Chang is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Athens, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (706) 353-2990.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
3320 Old Jefferson Rd Bldg 800, Athens, GA 30607-1400
Mailing Address
3320 Old Jefferson Rd Ste 800, Athens, GA 30607-1400
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