Summary

Dr. Howard Yang specializes in rheumatology, focusing on conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and immune system. They earned their medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine in Grenada and completed an internal medicine residency at the University of Hawaii in 2016. Dr. Yang then pursued specialized fellowship training in rheumatology at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, completing this advanced training in 2018. With 13 years of medical experience, they communicate with patients in English.

Dr. Yang practices at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and sees patients in Santa Monica, California. They treat conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and immune system disorders that can affect multiple parts of the body. Their procedural expertise includes performing blood tests to help diagnose various conditions and using specialized ultrasound techniques to examine muscles, joints, and foot and ankle structures. These imaging tools allow them to get detailed views of soft tissues and help guide treatment decisions for their patients.
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Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 13 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Rheumatology Loma Linda University School of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Santa Monica Rheumatology

2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 540Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Howard Hao-Wei Yang, MDDr. Nickolay Teophilov, MDDr. Christine Mc Fadden EvelynDr. Baljeet Singh Rai
RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
13 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Santa Monica , CAGlendale , CALos Angeles , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: MD St. Georges University School of Medicine/Grenada Med School: Medical University Sofia Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University of Southern California Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Howard Hao-Wei Yang

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Institute of Excellence
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Centers of Medical Excellence
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage PPO*
  • Blue Shield 65 Plus
  • Blue Shield Exclusive PPO Network
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California\xa0*
  • Cigna
  • Cigna LifeSource
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Inc. dba California Foundation Medical Care (CFMC)
  • Interlink
  • Interplan (a HealthSmart product)
  • LifeTrac
  • MultiPlan
  • OptumHealth Transplant Centers of Excellence (formerly United Resource Network)
  • Oscar EPO - Circle Network
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • SCAN Health Plan - SCAN Classic II
  • Tricare
  • UFCM Health System
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage\xa0*
  • UnitedHealthcare West
  • Vivity (offered by Anthem Blue Cross)

Medical Specialties

Howard Hao-Wei Yang has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Howard Hao-Wei Yang has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Rheumatologist
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

13 Years Experience

Howard Hao-Wei Yang holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Rheumatology Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2018.

Residency

Completed their residency at Internal Medicine University of Hawaii in 2016.

Medical School

Graduated from MD St. Georges University School of Medicine/Grenada in 2013.

NPI Number

Howard Hao-Wei Yang's NPI number is 1730522640.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Howard Yang's office located?
Howard Yang's office is located at 2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 540, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
Which hospitals is Howard Yang affiliated with?
Howard Yang is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
Is Howard Yang accepting new patients?
Howard Yang has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Yang?
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Does Howard Yang accept my insurance?
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