27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cheng, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Howard Cheng, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Cheng graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheng’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheng’s office at (949) 770-8168.
Where did Dr. Cheng go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Cheng typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
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:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3482: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Cheng typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Cheng accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 770-8168 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheng accept in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Cheng in Newport Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?
Dr. Howard Cheng's Primary Practice
400 Newport Center Dr Ste 609
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 770-8168
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 1366435299.
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. Howard Cheng's specialty?
Dr. Cheng is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Newport Beach, CA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Howard Cheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheng is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Uci Medical Center, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Bronson Methodist 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Howard Cheng accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Cheng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Cheng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (949) 770-8168 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Cheng?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (949) 770-8168 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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