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Dr. Wellman Cheung, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cheung, Urologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Wellman Cheung, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Cheung graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. Dr. Cheung is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheung’s practice accepts 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?

    • Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cheung speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cheung treat?

    As an Urologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Microscopic Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Benign hematuria
    • Hidden blood in urine
    • Microscopic hematuria
    • Invisible blood in pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R311: Benign essential microscopic hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Waking Up to Urinate at Night
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate
    • Nocturia
    • Nighttime urination
    • Frequent night peeing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition
    • R351: Nocturia

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Weak Urine Stream
    • Urine and Urination
    • Poor urinary stream
    • Slow urine flow
    • Difficulty peeing
    • Trouble starting urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R3912: Poor urinary stream

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • Urge Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Urge Incontinence
    • Overactive Bladder
    • Sudden Urge to Urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3941: Urge incontinence

    What procedures does Dr. Cheung perform?

    As an Urologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
    • Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
    • ESWL
    • Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
    • Shock Wave Lithotripsy
    • Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
    • Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
    • Bladder scope for stones
    • Kidney stone breaking with stent
    • Ureteral stent placement for stones

    CPT Codes:

    • 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
    • 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)

    Also known as:

    • Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
    • Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
    • Double-J stent insertion
    • Gibbons stent placement
    • Kidney stent placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bladder and Urinary Tract Scope
    • Cystourethroscopy
    • Ureteroscopy
    • Pyeloscopy
    • Urinary Tract Endoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 52351: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
    • TURP Procedure
    • Prostate Resection Surgery
    • Electrosurgical Prostate Removal
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 52601: Transurethral electrosurgical resection of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy are included)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Exam with Small Lesion Treatment
    • Cystourethroscopy with Fulguration
    • Bladder Lesion Removal
    • Urethra Lesion Treatment
    • Cystoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 52224: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) or treatment of MINOR (less than 0.5 cm) lesion(s) with or without biopsy

    Also known as:

    • Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
    • Stress Incontinence Sling
    • Urethral Sling Procedure
    • Bladder Sling Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)

    Does Dr. Cheung accept my insurance?

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

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cheung accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Deutsche Bank

    • Elderplan

    • Express Scripts

    • Hearth Hospice

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Cheung's office located?

    Dr. Wellman Cheung's Primary Practice

    450 Clarkson Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11203

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    What is Dr. Cheung's NPI number?An 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 1548264005.

    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. Wellman Cheung's specialty?

    Dr. Cheung is a Urologist near Brooklyn, NY. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Cheung to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cheung is affiliated with SUNY Downstate Medical Center (University Hospital of Brooklyn) 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 Wellman Cheung accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Wellman 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 Wellman Cheung?

    Please contact Dr. Cheung's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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