Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Chang, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Thoracic Surgery) · Allentown, PA
- NPI 1942240619
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 310
Allentown, PA 181036381
(610) 402-6890
fax (610) 402-6892 - Mailing address
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Po Box 783311
Philadelphia, PA 191783311
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 27, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD421996
- Medicaid (3)
- PA #1016692650003 · PA #1016692650001 · PA #1016692650002
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942240619. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
494
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$107,044
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 115 | 79 | $64 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 93 | 93 | $176 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 52 | 24 | $64 | |
32674 |
Removal of lymph nodes of chest cavity using an endoscope | 38 | 37 | $206 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 36 | 17 | $49 | |
32663 |
Exam of lung with removal of lung lobe using an endoscope | 25 | 25 | $1,348 | |
32669 |
Removal of segment of lung tissue using an endoscope | 21 | 19 | $1,214 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 19 | 18 | $120 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 18 | 17 | $140 | |
99441 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes | 17 | 15 | $34 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Allentown Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 36. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$4,112
Transactions
20
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intuitive Surgical, INC. | 13 | $3,287.00 | |
| Atricure, INC. | 3 | $483.50 | |
| Kerecis Limited | 2 | $253.43 | |
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 1 | $50.25 | |
| Abiomed | 1 | $37.55 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Chang's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Chang practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Allentown, PA.
Where does Dr. Richard Chang practice?
Dr. Richard Chang practices at 1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 310, Allentown, PA 181036381. Office phone: 6104026890.
What is Dr. Richard Chang's NPI?
Dr. Richard Chang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942240619, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Chang accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Chang accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Chang commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.