Michael Cheng, M.D.
NPI 1942303276 · Gastroenterology Physician · Covington, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Cheng, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Covington, GA (NPI 1942303276).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942303276
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 055934 (GA)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
942 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 235 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 145 | $88 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 111 | $76 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 104 | $69 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 85 | $74 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 404 | 146 |
| Famotidine | 281 | 91 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 132 | 55 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 129 | 121 |
| Omeprazole | 65 | 29 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 58 | 56 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,339 across 48 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 6555 Professional PlSuite CRiverdale, GA 30274-4903Phone: (770) 996-5959Fax: (770) 991-1596
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-05
- Last updated
- 2021-07-30
- Certified
- 2021-07-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Cheng's NPI number?
- Michael Cheng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942303276, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Cheng's specialty?
- Michael Cheng is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Cheng located?
- Michael Cheng's practice location on file with NPPES is 5126 Hospital Dr Ne, Covington, GA 30014-2566.
- What is Michael Cheng's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Cheng is (770) 385-4292.
- Does Michael Cheng accept Medicare?
- Michael Cheng is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Cheng's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Cheng's NPI (1942303276) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.