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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cheung, Nephrologist in Gurnee, IL?
Dr. William Cheung, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Gurnee, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cheung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheung’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheung’s office at (541) 768-6930.
What languages does Dr. Cheung speak?
Dr. Cheung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Cheung typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Cheung typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Cheung may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Cheung's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cheung accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 768-6930 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheung accept in Gurnee, IL?
Dr. Cheung in Gurnee, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cheung's office located?
Dr. William Cheung's Primary Practice
1425 N Hunt Club Rd Ste 301
Gurnee, IL 60031
(541) 768-6930
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 1255775797.
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. William Cheung's specialty?
Dr. Cheung is a Nephrologist near Gurnee, IL.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. William Cheung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheung is affiliated with Vista Medical Center East, Advocate Condell Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Cheung accepting new patients in Gurnee, IL?
Yes, Dr. William Cheung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Cheung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheung's office at (541) 768-6930 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Cheung?
Please contact Dr. Cheung's office at (541) 768-6930 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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