Dr. Ernest Cheng, DO
Physiatrist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
,Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
Berkeley, CA
17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cheng, Physiatrist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Ernest Cheng, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Cheng completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English, Malay, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheng’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheng’s office at (510) 549-2038.
Where did Dr. Cheng go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Cheng speak?
Dr. Cheng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malay
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Cheng typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, 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.
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:
- 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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Cheng typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Cheng 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Does Dr. Cheng accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 549-2038 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheng accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Cheng in Berkeley, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?
Dr. Ernest Cheng's Primary Practice
3031 Telegraph Ave Ste 241
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 549-2038
What hospitals are Dr. Cheng affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Cheng has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Alameda Hospital,Alameda, CA
Alameda Hospital,Alameda, CA
What is Dr. Cheng's NPI number?A 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 1457558595.
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. Ernest Cheng's specialty?
Dr. Cheng is a Physiatrist near Berkeley, CA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is Dr. Ernest Cheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheng is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Dr. Ernest Cheng accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ernest Cheng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernest Cheng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (510) 549-2038 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ernest Cheng?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (510) 549-2038 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?
Dr. Cheng's offices are located in Berkeley, CA, Castro Valley, CA, and Pleasanton, CA.
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