Quick answers
- Where does Richard I. Chang see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Lincolnton, NC and Hickory, NC. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Richard I. Chang's specialty?
- Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
- Does Richard I. Chang accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Richard I. Chang accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is Richard I. Chang's NPI number?
- 1174587695. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Richard I. Chang is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 2311 E Main StLincolnton, NC 28092
- 2424 Century Pl SEHickory, NC 28602
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Richard I. Chang as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Graystone Ophthalmology Associates, P.A.19 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Ophthalmologyprimary
Other ophthalmologists in Lincolnton
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Lincolnton, NC — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Wake Forest University School Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 1997 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1174587695 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians