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Dr. Karen Cheng, MD

Encinitas, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cheng, Diagnostic Radiologist in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Karen Cheng, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheng’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheng’s office at (619) 543-6312.

    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 Diagnostic Radiologist, 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Bilateral Hip Arthritis
    • Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
    • Both Hips Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Osteoporosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone Density Test
    • Bone Health Screening
    • DEXA Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis

    Also known as:

    • Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Abnormal Bone Density
    • Bone Structure Problem
    • Bone Disorder
    • Widespread Bone Density Disorder
    • Generalized Bone Structure Problem
    • Multi-site Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site
    • M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    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:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Medical Check After Other Accident
    • Post-injury medical exam
    • Accident injury evaluation
    • General accident checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z043: Encounter for examination and observation following other accident

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Which procedures does Dr. Cheng perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Cheng may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cheng's office.

    Does Dr. Cheng accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-6312 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Cheng in Encinitas, 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

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?

    Dr. Karen Cheng's Primary Practice

    1200 Garden View Rd Ste 210

    Encinitas, CA 92024

    (619) 543-6312

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    Dr. Karen Cheng's Practice 2

    3855 Health Sciences Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92093

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    Dr. Karen Cheng's Practice 3

    8929 University Center Ln

    San Diego, CA 92122

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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 1427430511.

    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. Karen Cheng's specialty?

    Dr. Cheng is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Encinitas, CA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Cheng to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cheng is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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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    Is Karen Cheng accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Cheng offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (619) 543-6312 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Cheng?

    Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (619) 543-6312 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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