Andy Cheng, M.D.
NPI 1851659221 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Tacoma, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Andy Cheng, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Tacoma, WA (NPI 1851659221).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851659221
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 64115-20 (WI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 213 | 98 |
| Insulin Glargine,hum.rec.anlogbrand: Lantus Solostar | 88 | 43 |
| Methimazole | 86 | 42 |
| Metformin Hcl | 81 | 42 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 58 | 24 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 51 | 21 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$46 across 2 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
- 2012-04-24
- Last updated
- 2024-05-07
- Certified
- 2020-12-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Andy Cheng's NPI number?
- Andy Cheng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851659221, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Andy Cheng's specialty?
- Andy Cheng is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Andy Cheng located?
- Andy Cheng's practice location on file with NPPES is 1708 Yakima Ave Ste 205, Tacoma, WA 98405-5300.
- What is Andy Cheng's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Andy Cheng is (253) 565-6777.
- Does Andy Cheng accept Medicare?
- Andy Cheng is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Andy Cheng's NPI active?
- Yes — Andy Cheng's NPI (1851659221) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.