Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cheema, Internist in Lakeport, CA?
Dr. Usman Cheema, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lakeport, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cheema graduated from Punjab Medical College and completed his residency at Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Pulmonary Diseases; Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cheema is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheema’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheema’s office at (765) 448-8000.
Where did Dr. Cheema go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Pulmonary Diseases; Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Internal Medicine | Southern Illinois University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Punjab Medical College
Is Dr. Cheema board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Usman Cheema, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cheema speak?
Dr. Cheema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cheema treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Cheema 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. Cheema. 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Volume Depletion
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Fluid Loss
- Low Body Fluid
- Hypovolemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E869: Volume depletion, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Female Genital Organ Cancer
- Cervical Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Female Reproductive Cancer
- Pelvic Cancer (Female)
ICD-10 Codes:
- C578: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of female genital organs
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
What procedures does Dr. Cheema perform?
As a Internist, Dr. Cheema 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. Cheema. 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.
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Cheema accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (765) 448-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheema accept in Lakeport, CA?
Dr. Cheema in Lakeport, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cheema's office located?
What is Dr. Cheema's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cheema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124280813.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cheema?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cheema
What is Dr. Usman Cheema's specialty?
Dr. Cheema is a Internist near Lakeport, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Cheema to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Usman Cheema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheema is affiliated with UC Davis Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Usman Cheema accepting new patients in Lakeport, CA?
Yes, Dr. Usman Cheema is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Usman Cheema offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheema's office at (765) 448-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Usman Cheema?
Please contact Dr. Cheema's office at (765) 448-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Usman Cheema have?
Dr. Usman Cheema is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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