Shi-Chi Cheng, M.D.
NPI 1164492427 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shi-Chi Cheng, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1164492427).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164492427
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21892 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,549 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 912 | $64 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 888 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 599 | $90 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 312 | $111 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 267 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 70 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 707 | 219 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 697 | 152 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 628 | 197 |
| Isosorbide Mononitratebrand: Isosorbide Mononitrate Er | 599 | 163 |
| Furosemide | 490 | 153 |
| Ranolazinebrand: Ranolazine Er | 471 | 139 |
| Carvedilol | 358 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,131 across 54 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-26
- Last updated
- 2009-12-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shi-Chi Cheng's NPI number?
- Shi-Chi Cheng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164492427, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shi-Chi Cheng's specialty?
- Shi-Chi Cheng is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shi-Chi Cheng located?
- Shi-Chi Cheng's practice location on file with NPPES is 930 Franklin St Se, Huntsville, AL 35801-4312.
- What is Shi-Chi Cheng's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shi-Chi Cheng is (256) 539-4080.
- Does Shi-Chi Cheng accept Medicare?
- Shi-Chi Cheng is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shi-Chi Cheng's NPI active?
- Yes — Shi-Chi Cheng's NPI (1164492427) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-12-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.