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Dr. Albert Cheung, MD

Anesthesiologist

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cheung, Anesthesiologist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Albert Cheung, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Cheung completed his residency at Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cheung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheung’s office.

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

    • Residency: Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Massachusetts General Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca

    Is Dr. Cheung board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Albert Cheung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Cheung speak?

    Dr. Cheung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cheung typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Dependence on Ventilator
    • Respirator Dependence
    • Breathing Machine Reliance
    • Long-term Ventilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Dissection
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Torn Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aortic Tear
    • Dissecting Ascending Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I71010: Dissection of ascending aorta

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • Lung Transplant
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Pulmonary Transplant
    • Lung Graft
    • New Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z942: Lung transplant status

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cheung typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Cheung accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cheung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cheung accept in Stanford, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Advantage

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Cheung's office located?

    Dr. Albert Cheung's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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    What is Dr. Cheung's NPI number?A 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 1851334171.

    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. Albert Cheung's specialty?

    Dr. Cheung is an Anesthesiologist near Stanford, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Albert Cheung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cheung is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 Dr. Albert Cheung accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Albert Cheung is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Albert Cheung offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cheung's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Albert Cheung?

    Please contact Dr. Cheung's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cheung's office located?

    Dr. Cheung's office is located in Stanford, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Albert Cheung have?

    Dr. Albert Cheung is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.