Dr. Tse-Chang Cheng, MD
Los Angeles, CA
34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cheng, Hematopathologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Tse-Chang Cheng, MD is a Hematopathologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Cheng completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Hematology-Pathology; Stanford Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheng’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheng’s office at (213) 667-4784.
Where did Dr. Cheng go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Hematology-Pathology; Stanford Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Is Dr. Cheng board certified as a Hematopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Tse-Chang Cheng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Cheng speak?
Dr. Cheng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Hematopathologist like Dr. Cheng typically treat?
As a Hematopathologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Widespread Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Generalized lymphadenopathy
- Multiple swollen glands
- Body-wide enlarged lymph nodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R591: Generalized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
What procedures does a Hematopathologist like Dr. Cheng typically perform?
As a Hematopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tse-Chang Cheng may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
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 (213) 667-4784 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheng accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Cheng in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?
Dr. Tse-Chang Cheng's Primary Practice
4733 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(213) 667-4784
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 1851462733.
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. Tse-Chang Cheng's specialty?
Dr. Cheng is a Hematopathologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Hematopathologist do?
A hematopathologist specializes in diseases that impact blood cells, blood clotting mechanisms, bone marrow, and lymph nodes. This physician possesses the knowledge and technical skills necessary for the laboratory diagnosis of conditions such as anemias, leukemias, lymphomas, bleeding disorders, and blood clotting disorders.
Is this Dr. Tse-Chang Cheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheng is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside 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
When to see a Hematopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tse-Chang Cheng accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tse-Chang Cheng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tse-Chang Cheng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (213) 667-4784 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tse-Chang Cheng?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (213) 667-4784 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tse-Chang Cheng have?
Dr. Tse-Chang Cheng is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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