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Dr. Lucia Cheng, MD

San Jose, CA

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    Who is Dr. Cheng, Psychiatrist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Lucia Cheng, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cheng completed her residency at Loma Linda University in California. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheng’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheng’s office at (408) 599-2233.

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

    • Residency: Loma Linda University in California

    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 Psychiatrist like Dr. Cheng typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, 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:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
    • OCD
    • Compulsive Behavior Disorder
    • Obsessive Thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F429: Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar II Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Bipolar 2
    • Bipolar with hypomania and depression
    • Mild bipolar disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3181: Bipolar II disorder

    Does Dr. Cheng accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 599-2233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Cheng in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?

    Dr. Lucia Cheng's Primary Practice

    5542 Monterey Hwy PMB 215

    San Jose, CA 95138

    (408) 599-2233

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    Dr. Lucia Cheng's Practice 2

    841 Blossom Hill Rd Ste 209

    San Jose, CA 95123

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    Dr. Lucia Cheng's Practice 3

    61 Victory Ln # A

    Los Gatos, CA 95030

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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 1659584647.

    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. Lucia Cheng's specialty?

    Dr. Cheng is a Psychiatrist near San Jose, CA.

    What does a Psychiatrist do?

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

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

    No, Cheng is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore 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 Lucia Cheng accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Lucia Cheng offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (408) 599-2233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lucia Cheng?

    Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (408) 599-2233 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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