Dr. David Cheng, MD

Bronx, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Cheng, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?

Dr. David Cheng, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English, 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 at (718) 918-5000.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cheng?

Dr. David Cheng, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nuclear Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cheng empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Lymphoma, Nuclear Oncology, PET Imaging, Thyroid Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bronx, NY community, Dr. Cheng is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

What languages does Dr. Cheng speak?

Dr. Cheng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cheng typically treat?

As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, 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:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Upper body pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R079: Chest pain, unspecified

Also known as:

Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
Prostatic Carcinoma
Prostate Gland Cancer
Malignant Prostate Tumor

ICD-10 Codes:

C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

Also known as:

Single Lung Nodule
Lung Disease
Lung Spot
Pulmonary Nodule
Spot on Lung Scan

ICD-10 Codes:

R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

Also known as:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Pectoral pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R0789: Other chest pain

What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cheng typically perform?

As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Cheng may include:

Please contact Dr. Cheng's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Cheng accept my insurance?

Dr. Cheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 918-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Cheng accept in Bronx, NY?

Dr. Cheng in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cascade Comprehensive Care
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?

Dr. David Cheng's Primary Practice

3424 Kossuth Ave

Bronx, NY 10467

(718) 918-5000

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What hospitals are Dr. Cheng affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Cheng has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Yale New Haven Hospital, York Street Campus,New Haven, CT

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 3 Procedures

What is Dr. Cheng's NPI number?A 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 1023090743.

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. David Cheng's specialty?

Dr. Cheng is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Bronx, NY.

What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?

Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.

Is Dr. David Cheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Cheng is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital, York Street Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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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