Dr. Michael Chang, DO

Pain MedicineMaleAge 47

Pain Medicine

Dr. Michael Chang, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist in San Ramon, CA and has over 21 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Western Univ Of Health Sciences/College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Concord Medical Center and Walnut Creek Medical Center. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Michael Chang, DO

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine

5201 Norris Canyon Rd Ste 300 San Ramon, CA 94583
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available

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Dr. Chang's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chang

2.8

Based on 19 ratings

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Multiple sub-par visits
Short answer: Rushes appointments. Doesn’t follow up with patients. Doesn’t explain procedures. Doesn’t explain diagnosis well. Made an error during a spinal injection procedure. Office staff is friendly but has made multiple errors causing great delay in my care. Some details: He seems kind to his staff, chats with them about his life but treats patients like cattle. He is dismissive. He speaks over his patients to his staff instead of talking to patients about plan of care. Twice he has abruptly left the room to ‘check on something’ and not come back. He was distractedly chatting with staff during a back procedure and made an error causing me pain. He apologized but was mostly flippant about the whole thing. I’m still in pain but getting ahold of him to discuss my next steps is daunting.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Elsie – Feb 02, 2023
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Awful experience
Dr. Chang barely spent 10 minutes talking to me over the course of 3 appointments with him. He never did a physical exam. He was seeing several patients per hour and was very rushed. He joked about my pain during a procedure. He missed major problems with my hip and shoulder because he stopped looking when the first MRI he ordered didn’t explain the pain I’ve had for 10 years. I switched to a new doctor who immediately ordered more imaging and found the sources of my pain.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Office environment
  • Long wait times
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jan 19, 2023
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Poor Patient Service
I had an appointment with Dr Chang in Brentwood Dec. 9. At that appt it was determined that an approval would be sought for Dr Chang to perform a procedure On Dec 30 I received notification from my insurance company that the procedure had been approved. I was (and have never been) contacted by Dr Chang about this. On Jan 4 I called office 3 times. [How long will they continue to use COVID-19 as an excuse for poor customer telephone response?] I finally got in touch with someone how said that this procedure was not on Dr Chang’s chart, so she couldn’t schedule it. She said she would get a message to Dr Chang. It is Jan 10, I have not heard from Dr Chang. I called today, person answering knew nothing about anything. She said she would get a message to Dr Chang. I am not holding my breath. I have had it with Dr Chang and Golden State Ortho’s very poor patient service.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
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Jan 11, 2023
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Dr. Chang is personable, great knowledge and professional! He truly is the best!!!!!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Linda Wenster – Sep 04, 2020
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Dr Chang is excellent. He was able to move quickly to set me up with diagnostics and procedures to help manage my pain. His staff is very efficient and caring.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 17, 2020
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I have been seeing Dr Chang for a few years and he has helped me immensely. And I like him very much.
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Lorna Bent – Mar 18, 2020
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Dr. Chang is a very competent, responsible and attentive physician who has seen me for my lower back pain and sciatica. He is also very skillful on pain management treatment.
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Kamiar – Mar 11, 2020
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Not thrilled with the total lack of follow-up. Dr. has not provided any information for me to take positive preventative measures for back pain; and, did not feel it necessary to see me for a 2-week follow-up after spinal injection, as required by surgical unit personnel. It's now going to take me 7-10 days (after I pay him) to finally get my MRI and other medical information from his office so I can give it to my NEW doctor!
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Oct 01, 2019
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Care Philosophy

There are many cases where surgery can be avoided and minimally invasive procedures or physical therapy can help you manage your pain. My goal is to restore...Read more

Biography

Dr. Chang is a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist, fellowship trained in pain management. Dr. Chang's extensive clinical experience makes...Read more

Specialties

  • Pain Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Education

2007
Loma Linda University Medical Center
Fellowship Hospital
2006
Rusk Institute Of Rehabilitation, New York University School Of Medicine
Residency Hospital
2003
ARROWHEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Internship Hospital
2002
Western Univ Of Health Sciences/College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific
Medical School
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Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
  • Inpatient Chief Resident, Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Training Program, NYU, 2004
  • Membership Chairman, AAP Resident Physician Council, 2005
  • Intern of the Year. Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, 2003
  • Chairman, AAP Resident Physician Council Fellows, 2006
  • Chief Resident, Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Training Program, NYU, 2005
  • Selected to Committee of Intern and Residents at Bellevue Hospital, 2003

Memberships & Affiliations

  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

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What conditions does Dr. Michael Chang, DO treat?

Dr. Chang frequently treats the following conditions: Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement), Low Back Pain, and Osteoarthritis of Spine. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Michael Chang, DO's office address?

Dr. Chang's office is located at 5201 Norris Canyon Rd Ste 300, San Ramon, CA 94583. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. Michael Chang, DO able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. Chang provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Michael Chang, DO affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Michael Chang, DO is affiliated with Concord Medical Center and Walnut Creek Medical Center.

Is Dr. Michael Chang, DO a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Michael Chang, DO holds board certifications in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

How much experience does Dr. Michael Chang, DO have?

Dr. Chang has over 20 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Michael Chang, DO receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 2.8/5 for Dr. Michael Chang, DO. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider listened & answered questions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Experience and Background Checks

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No malpractice claims found for California
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Chang's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Chang treats Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement) more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Chang treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Brachial Neuritis
  • Neuritis
  • Neuritis With Brachial Predilection
  • Optic Neuritis
  • Peripheral Neuritis
  • Polyneuritis
  • Radiculitis
  • Ulnar Neuritis
  • Vestibular Neuritis
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Low Back Pain
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Chang treats Low Back Pain more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Chang treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

Osteoarthritis of Spine
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Chang treats Osteoarthritis of Spine more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Chang treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Chang's conditions and procedures:

  • Adhesive Capsulitis
  • All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
  • Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
  • Arthritis
  • Arthritis of the Elbow
  • Autoimmune Diseases
  • Autonomic Disorders
  • Back Pain
  • Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
  • Bone Disorders
  • Brain Disorders
  • Bursitis
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Cervical Spine Myelopathy
  • Chronic Neck Pain
  • Chronic Pain
  • Chronic Pelvic Pain
  • Coccygeal Pain
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Fracture
  • Gait Abnormality
  • Hand Conditions
  • Headache
  • Herniated Disc
  • Intervertebral Disc Disease
  • Joint Drainage
  • Knee Disorders
  • Knee Pain
  • Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
  • Low Back Pain
  • Musculoskeletal Pain
  • Myelopathy
  • Neck Muscle Strain
  • Neck Pain
  • Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
  • Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
  • Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip
  • Osteoarthritis of Knee
  • Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
  • Osteoarthritis of Spine
  • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
  • Pathological Spine Fracture
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • Physical Therapy
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
  • Pregnancy-Related Disorders
  • Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
  • Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Sacrum Disorders
  • Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
  • Scoliosis
  • Shoulder Disorders
  • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
  • Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spine Deformities
  • Spine Disorders
  • Spine Fractures, Traumatic
  • Spondylitis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Spondylosis
  • Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
  • Upper Back Pain

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Dr. Chang accepts the following insurance:

Admar
Aetna
Affinity Health Plan
American Republic
Anthem
Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer / Small Grp)-CA PPO
Bronze Select w/ H.S.A (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Dignity Health EPO / PPO-CA
Platinum (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Select Plus-CA HMO
Traditional PPO
UC CORE-CA PPO
UC Health Savings Plan-CA
UC Medicare without Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Beech Street (Multiplan)
Benefit Panel Services
Benesys
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
Blue Shield of California
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
HealthyBlue 2.0
HealthyBlue Advantage
ChoiceCare Network
Cigna
Commercial Insurance Company
Delta Health System
First Health
First Health (Coventry Health Care)
Great West Life
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Health Net
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Choice Care PPO
Medicare
MultiPlan
National Elevator
Pacific Foundation for Medical Care
PacifiCare Health Systems
Private HealthCare Systems
Tricare
UnitedHealthCare
United Healthcare
Worker's Compensation
Worker's Compensation WC

Locations

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - San Ramon5201 Norris Canyon Rd Ste 300 San Ramon, CA 94583
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Golden State Orthopedics & Spine

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Brentwood350 John Muir Pkwy Ste 100 Brentwood, CA 94513
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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Golden State Orthopedics & Spine

Walnut Creek Office2625 Shadelands Dr Ste 210 Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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Muir Orthopaedic Specialists

Muir Orthopaedic Specialists2405 Shadelands Dr Ste 300 Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Chang is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

Concord Medical Center

Concord, CA

74% Patients that would definitely recommend, 4% higher than the national average

7 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2021)

Walnut Creek Medical Center

Walnut Creek, CA

82% Patients that would definitely recommend, 12% higher than the national average

7 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

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