35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cheng, Thoracic Surgeon in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Wen Cheng, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Cheng completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Cheng is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheng’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheng’s office at (310) 423-3851.
Where did Dr. Cheng go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Medical School
Is Dr. Cheng board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Wen Cheng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cheng speak?
Dr. Cheng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Cheng typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, 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:
- Aortic Valve Disorder
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Rheumatic Mitral Valve Disease
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Stenosis
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Problem
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Rheumatic Mitral Valvulopathy
- Mitral Valve Problems from Rheumatic Fever
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disorder
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Narrow tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid valve narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I359: Nonrheumatic aortic valve disorder, unspecified
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I059: Rheumatic mitral valve disease, unspecified
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I360: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Tricuspid Valve Problems from Rheumatic Fever
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valvulopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- I079: Rheumatic tricuspid valve disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Cheng typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Does Dr. Cheng accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-3851 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheng accept in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Cheng in West Hollywood, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cheng's office located?
Dr. Wen Cheng's Primary Practice
8700 Beverly Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310) 423-3851
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 1073597043.
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. Wen Cheng's specialty?
Dr. Cheng is a Thoracic Surgeon near West Hollywood, CA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Wen Cheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheng is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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 a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wen Cheng accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Wen Cheng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wen Cheng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (310) 423-3851 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wen Cheng?
Please contact Dr. Cheng's office at (310) 423-3851 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wen Cheng have?
Dr. Wen Cheng is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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