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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cheung, Dermatologist in Downey, CA?
Specializing in light therapy for patients with dermatitis, offering focused clinical care, Downey, California, is home to Dr. Evelyn Joyce Cheung MD, a Dermatologist in Downey, CA. Her practice is conveniently located at 9449 Imperial Hwy Ste 211, serving the local community with comprehensive skin care. Known for her expertise in managing dermatitis, sun damage skin conditions, growths of unknown type, acne, warts, and preventive care, Dr. Cheung provides personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs. Her clinical expertise encompasses a range of procedures, including light therapy, skin lesion removal, and injections, ensuring patients receive effective and targeted care for their skin concerns. Dr. Cheung is affiliated with several top-ranked hospitals in the region, including Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, reflecting her commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. She accepts various insurance carriers, including Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and UnitedHealth Group, making her services accessible to a broad patient population. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Cheung, who is currently accepting new patients. Appointments are available at her Downey practice, as well as additional locations in City of Industry and Baldwin Park, ensuring convenient access to care for patients across the region.
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 Dermatologist like Dr. Cheung typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, 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:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Cheung typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Multiple Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Skin Growth Destruction
- Benign Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Growths
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Ultraviolet Light Therapy
- UV Light Treatment
- Phototherapy
- Actinotherapy
- Light Box Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)
Does Dr. Cheung accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 657-1331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheung accept in Downey, CA?
Dr. Cheung in Downey, 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
AlphaCare
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cheung's office located?
Dr. Evelyn Cheung's Primary Practice
9449 Imperial Hwy Ste 211
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 657-1331
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 1164797312.
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. Evelyn Cheung's specialty?
Dr. Cheung is a Dermatologist near Downey, CA.
What does a Dermatologist do?
Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies.
Is this Dr. Evelyn Cheung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheung is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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 Evelyn Cheung accepting new patients in Downey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Evelyn Cheung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Evelyn Cheung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheung's office at (562) 657-1331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Evelyn Cheung?
Please contact Dr. Cheung's office at (562) 657-1331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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