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Dr. Paul Cheng, MD

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12 Years of Experience

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    Who is Dr. Cheng, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Paul Cheng, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 12 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Cheng completed his residency at University of Chicago Medical Center. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheng’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheng’s office at (408) 356-5292.

    Where did Dr. Cheng go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: UC Davis Medical Center

    • Residency: University of Chicago Medical Center

    • Medical School: UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program | UCLA - Los Angeles

    Is Dr. Cheng board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Cheng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology since 2019

    What languages does Dr. Cheng speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cheng treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical 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:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Arm Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
    • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type 1
    • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
    • Right Arm CRPS
    • Right Arm Nerve Pain Syndrome
    • Right Arm Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
    • CRPS Type 1
    • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
    • RSD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5641: Causalgia of right upper limb
    • G90522: Complex regional pain syndrome I of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Other Single Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Other Mononeuropathies
    • Specific Localized Nerve Damage
    • Uncommon Nerve Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G588: Other specified mononeuropathies

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Which procedures does Dr. Cheng perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Cheng accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 356-5292 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cheng accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Cheng in Sacramento, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?

    Dr. Paul Cheng's Primary Practice

    2315 Stockton Blvd

    Sacramento, CA 95817

    (408) 356-5292

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    Dr. Paul Cheng's Practice 2

    1600 Divisadero St

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Dr. Paul Cheng's Practice 3

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    Based on 1 reviews

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    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Paul Cheng an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Cheng has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Cheng, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    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 1518385343.

    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. Paul Cheng's specialty?

    Dr. Cheng is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Sacramento, CA. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Cheng to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Cheng is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uc Davis Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Paul Cheng accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Cheng is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Cheng offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (408) 356-5292 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Cheng?

    Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (408) 356-5292 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Cheng have?

    Dr. Paul Cheng is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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