Von Chang, MD
Patients across WA can see Von Chang, MD in person in Kent or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Washington School of Medicine (class of 1999), he has been practicing for over 27 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5719dNPPES updated 2010-09-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.14%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Washington2.14% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.1%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.3 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
194
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
403
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,998
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $298k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$14 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Von Chang's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
University of Washington School of Medicine
27 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405-4234
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Von Chang
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Von Chang for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Kent 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 Von Chang
NPI records show Dr. Chang as active with telehealth listed in Kent, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (253) 372-7866.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Von Chang
Practice Location
222 State Ave N, Kent, WA 98030-4544
Mailing Address
315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405-4234
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