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Dr. Kiang Yien Cheung, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
Tacoma, WA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cheung, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Kiang Yien Cheung, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cheung is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheung’s office at (206) 538-6300.
What languages does Dr. Cheung speak?
Dr. Cheung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cheung typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cheung 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. Cheung. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cheung typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cheung 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. Cheung. 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Cheung accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 538-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheung accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Cheung in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cheung's office located?
Dr. Kiang Yien Cheung's Primary Practice
1628 S Mildred St Ste 102
Tacoma, WA 98465
(206) 538-6300
What is Dr. Cheung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cheung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730684267.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cheung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cheung
What is Dr. Kiang Yien Cheung's specialty?
Dr. Cheung is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.
Is this Dr. Kiang Yien Cheung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheung is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Virginia Mason Medical Center, St. Michael 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 Kiang Yien Cheung accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Kiang Yien Cheung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kiang Yien Cheung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheung's office at (206) 538-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kiang Yien Cheung?
Please contact Dr. Cheung's office at (206) 538-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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