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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cheng, Anesthesiologist in Anchorage, AK?
Dr. Alexander Cheng, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK. He is board certified. Dr. Cheng graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheng’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheng’s office at (907) 276-1257.
Where did Dr. Cheng go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Cheng board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Cheng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
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 Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cheng typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Weak Labor Contractions (Secondary Uterine Inertia)
- Childbirth Problems
- Uterine inertia
- Labor arrest
- Failure to progress in labor
ICD-10 Codes:
- O621: Secondary uterine inertia
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cheng typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Cheng may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
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 call our office at (907) 276-1257 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheng accept in Anchorage, AK?
Dr. Cheng in Anchorage, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?
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 1275522955.
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. Alexander Cheng's specialty?
Dr. Cheng is a Anesthesiologist near Anchorage, AK.
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 this Dr. Alexander Cheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheng is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexander Cheng accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Cheng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Cheng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (907) 276-1257 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Cheng?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (907) 276-1257 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Cheng have?
Dr. Alexander Cheng is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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