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Dr. Eric Cheung, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Foley, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cheung, Family Medicine Specialist in Foley, AL?

    Dr. Eric Cheung, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Foley, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cheung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheung’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheung’s office at (251) 424-1130.

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

    • Medical School: University of Toronto, Fac of Med, Toronto, Ont, Canada | University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cheung speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cheung typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cheung typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Cheung may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cheung accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cheung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 424-1130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cheung accept in Foley, AL?

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

    Top Insurances

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    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cheung's office located?

    Dr. Eric Cheung's Primary Practice

    1518 N McKenzie St Ste 400

    Foley, AL 36535

    (251) 424-1130

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    Dr. Eric Cheung's Practice 2

    161 W Peachtree Ave

    Foley, AL 36535

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    Dr. Eric Cheung's Practice 3

    101 E 15th Ave

    Gulf Shores, AL 36542

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    What is Dr. Cheung's NPI number?A 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 1225015381.

    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. Eric Cheung's specialty?

    Dr. Cheung is a Family Medicine Specialist near Foley, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cheung is affiliated with South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Eric Cheung accepting new patients in Foley, AL?

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

    Does Dr. Eric Cheung offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cheung's office at (251) 424-1130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Cheung?

    Please contact Dr. Cheung's office at (251) 424-1130 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cheung's office located?

    Dr. Cheung's offices are located in Foley, AL and Gulf Shores, AL.