28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cheng, Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Hsinlin Cheng, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Cheng graduated from Taipei Med University and completed his residency at Wayne St University Detroit M C. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English, Chinese, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheng’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheng’s office.
Where did Dr. Cheng go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St University Detroit M C
Medical School: Taipei Med University | Taipei Medical College | Taipei Med University
What languages does Dr. Cheng speak?
Dr. Cheng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Cheng typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Cheng diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Cheng. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Common migraine
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Head and Neck Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Neck Muscle Ache
- Head Muscle Soreness
- Cervical Myalgia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7912: Myalgia of auxiliary muscles, head and neck
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Trigeminal Neuropathy
- Trigeminal Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G509: Disorder of trigeminal nerve, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cervicogenic Headache
- Headache
- Neck Headache
- Headache from Neck Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4486: Cervicogenic headache
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Cheng typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Cheng performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cheng. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
- Trigeminal Nerve Injection
- Facial Nerve Block
- Ophthalmic Nerve Block
- Maxillary Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
- 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Cheng accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheng accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Cheng in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?
What is Dr. Cheng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cheng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881607588.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cheng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cheng
What is Dr. Hsinlin Cheng's specialty?
Dr. Cheng is a Neurologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Hsinlin Cheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheng is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Hsinlin Cheng accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Hsinlin Cheng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hsinlin Cheng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hsinlin Cheng?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Boston, MA 02114