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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cheng, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Derek Cheng, MD, PHD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English, 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 (215) 608-3972.
What languages does Dr. Cheng speak?
Dr. Cheng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cheng typically treat?
As an Internist, conditions treated by Dr. Derek Cheng may include:
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cheng typically perform?
As an Internist, 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Cheng accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 608-3972 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheng accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Cheng in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?
Dr. Derek Cheng's Primary Practice
5501 Old York Rd Ste 1
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 608-3972
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 1295465169.
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. Derek Cheng's specialty?
Dr. Cheng is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Derek Cheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheng is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Temple University 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derek Cheng accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Cheng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Cheng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (215) 608-3972 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Cheng?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (215) 608-3972 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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