Van Cheng, MD
NPI 1548391667 · Vascular Surgery Physician · Encinitas, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Van Cheng, MD is a Vascular Surgery Physician provider in Encinitas, CA (NPI 1548391667).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548391667
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- BC9575551 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
745 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 60 Minutes99350 | 203 | $191 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 147 | $26 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 143 | $75 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 119 | $8 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 112 | $131 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein (3 Years Or Older)36410 | 21 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Simvastatin | 58 |
| Levetiracetam | 51 |
| Gabapentin | 48 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 44 |
| Lisinopril | 42 |
| Metformin Hcl | 41 |
| Finasteride | 36 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 32 |
| Ibuprofen | 31 |
| Sertraline Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-03-08
- Last updated
- 2014-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Van Cheng's NPI number?
- Van Cheng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548391667, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Van Cheng's specialty?
- Van Cheng is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Van Cheng located?
- Van Cheng's practice location on file with NPPES is 336 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024-8707.
- What is Van Cheng's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Van Cheng is (858) 279-1212.
- Does Van Cheng accept Medicare?
- Van Cheng is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Van Cheng's NPI active?
- Yes — Van Cheng's NPI (1548391667) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.