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Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician

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(Dr. Yu Chin Fang, MD)
Specializes in: Family Medicine
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Professional interests include: menopause, stress management, elder care, and more.
1300 East Green Bay Street
Shawano, WI 54166

Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician is a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI specializing in family medicine. She graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician is affiliated with Prevea Health and Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine.

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Office Locations

1300 East Green Bay Street
Shawano, WI 54166
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Some issues Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

lab tests

In 2012, Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician performed more lab tests procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Wisconsin.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI during 2012 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and nursing home care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

blood draw 502
breast procedures 20
diabetes management 71
doctor visit 342
hospital care 51
injections 22
inpatient care 51
lab tests 1179
nursing home care 82
pain management 22
preventive care 235
thoracic (chest) imaging 18
thyroid function tests 53
vaccines 44
women's imaging 20
X-rays 38

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI during 2013 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and nursing home care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

blood draw 636
breast procedures 20
diabetes management 68
doctor visit 299
hospital care 44
inpatient care 44
lab tests 1386
nursing home care 91
preventive care 242
thoracic (chest) imaging 20
thyroid function tests 71
vaccines 30
women's imaging 20
X-rays 40

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician.

Gender
Male 136
Female 224
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 348
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 104
From 75 to 84 99
85 and over 88
Less than 65 69

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician in 2013

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 18
Diabetes 35
Dementia 14
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI during 2014 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and nursing home care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

blood draw 587
diabetes management 83
doctor visit 406
hospital care 81
inpatient care 81
lab tests 1480
nursing home care 92
preventive care 313
thoracic (chest) imaging 28
thyroid function tests 72
vaccines 85
X-rays 28

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician.

Gender
Male 195
Female 325
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 498
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 154
From 75 to 84 134
85 and over 123
Less than 65 109

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician in 2014

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 34
Dementia 12
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI during 2015 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

blood draw 738
diabetes management 87
doctor visit 386
hospital care 44
inpatient care 44
lab tests 1851
nursing home care 90
preventive care 375
thoracic (chest) imaging 30
thyroid function tests 80
vaccines 130
X-rays 30

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician.

Gender
Male 368
Female 532
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 862
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 288
From 75 to 84 242
85 and over 188
Less than 65 182

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician in 2015

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 32
Dementia 12
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI during 2016 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and nursing home care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

blood draw 365
diabetes management 49
doctor visit 171
lab tests 707
nursing home care 52
preventive care 137
thyroid function tests 45
vaccines 29

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician.

Gender
Male 111
Female 162
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 259
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 90
From 75 to 84 76
85 and over 57
Less than 65 50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician in 2016

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 20
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 19
Heart Failure 25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 18
Diabetes 34
Dementia 14
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI during 2018 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

blood draw 66
diabetes management 20
doctor visit 123
lab tests 160
preventive care 65
thyroid function tests 18
vaccines 22

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician.

Gender
Male 32
Female 55
Age
From 65 to 74 45
From 75 to 84 17
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician in 2018

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 31
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI during 2019 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and thyroid function tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

blood draw 120
diabetes management 37
doctor visit 185
lab tests 312
preventive care 90
thyroid function tests 51
vaccines 24

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician.

Gender
Male 37
Female 59
Age
From 65 to 74 47
From 75 to 84 23
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician in 2019

Hypertension 51
High Cholesterol 32
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 28
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI during 2020 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

blood draw 102
diabetes management 28
doctor visit 135
lab tests 238
preventive care 101
thyroid function tests 25
vaccines 45

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician.

Gender
Male 33
Female 68
Age
From 65 to 74 61
From 75 to 84 17
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician in 2020

Hypertension 46
High Cholesterol 39
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 24
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI during 2021 were lab tests, blood draw, thyroid function tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

blood draw 128
diabetes management 36
doctor visit 135
lab tests 352
preventive care 80
thyroid function tests 106

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician.

Gender
Male 27
Female 81
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 97
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 61
From 75 to 84 22
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician in 2021

Hypertension 40
High Cholesterol 32
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 22
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI during 2022 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

blood draw 66
diabetes management 23
doctor visit 82
lab tests 107
preventive care 23
thyroid function tests 22

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician.

Gender
Male 11
Female 43
Age
From 65 to 74 33
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician in 2022

Hypertension 56
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 20
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 33
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI during 2023 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

blood draw 121
diabetes management 22
doctor visit 156
lab tests 170
preventive care 41
thyroid function tests 19

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician.

Gender
Male 29
Female 64
Age
From 65 to 74 45
From 75 to 84 31
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician in 2023

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 18
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 13
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 20
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 29
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shawano, WI were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and nursing home care.

blood draw 311
breast procedures 20
diabetes management 47
doctor visit 220
hospital care 55
injections 22
inpatient care 55
lab tests 722
nursing home care 81
pain management 22
preventive care 154
thoracic (chest) imaging 24
thyroid function tests 51
vaccines 51
women's imaging 20
X-rays 34

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician.

Gender
Female 146
Male 89
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 187
Hispanic 0
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 0
Age
85 and over 41
75 to 84 60
Less than 65 37
65 to 74 84

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 51
High Cholesterol 44
Stroke 2
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 4
Osteoporosis 6
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 27
Atrial Fibrillation 8
Dementia 4
Cancer 3

Education & Training

Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She completed residency at University of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and has a state license in Wisconsin.

Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Residency: University of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine

Licensed In: Wisconsin

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Prevea Health
Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.64 out of 5 stars based on 11 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Yu-Chin Fang, FAIHM, MD, Physician from all over the web to help you find the right in Shawano, WI. 

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Biography

Dr. Yu-Chin Fang's specialty is family medicine. These areas are among her clinical interests: hospice (end-of-life care), menopause, and thyroid problems. Dr. Fang is affiliated with Prevea Health. Before performing her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Wisconsin, Dr. Fang attended the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health for medical school. Dr. Fang's patients gave her an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5). Prevea Health reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in Shawano, WI.

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