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Dr. Jennifer Cheng, MD

Pediatrician

Brooklyn, NY

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Cheng, Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Jennifer Cheng, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Cheng graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed her residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Pediatrics. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheng’s office.

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

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Pediatrics | Nyu Langone Medical Center

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions | State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    Is Dr. Cheng board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Jennifer Cheng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    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 Pediatrician like Dr. Cheng typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cheng typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Cheng may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cheng's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cheng accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cheng 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. Cheng accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?

    Dr. Jennifer Cheng's Primary Practice

    812 54th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cheng affiliated with?

    Dr. Cheng has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Boston Childrens Hospital,Boston, MA

    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 1730117904.

    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. Jennifer Cheng's specialty?

    Dr. Cheng is a Pediatrician near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    No, Dr. Cheng is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Jennifer Cheng accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Jennifer Cheng offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jennifer Cheng?

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

    Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?

    Dr. Cheng's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Cheng have?

    Dr. Jennifer Cheng is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.