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Dr. Howard Cheng, M.D.
Hematology & Oncology Physician (CMS: Hematology/Oncology) · Laguna Hills, CA
- NPI 1366435299
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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24953 Paseo de Valencia, #25B
Laguna Hills, CA 926534342
(949) 770-8168
fax (949) 770-2991
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 10, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RH0003X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G79916
- Medicaid
- CA #00G799160
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1366435299. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
34,770
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$403,164
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q0138 |
Injection, ferumoxytol, for treatment of iron deficiency anemia, 1 mg (non-esrd use) | 23,460 | 18 | $1 | |
Q5106 |
Injection, epoetin alfa-epbx, biosimilar, (retacrit) (for non-esrd use), 1000 units | 4,400 | 24 | $8 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 1,710 | 387 | $8 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 1,476 | 381 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 979 | 412 | $139 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 948 | 12 | $0 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 531 | 104 | $192 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 382 | 43 | $16 | |
96401 |
Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle | 225 | 13 | $84 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 189 | 27 | $151 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Laguna Hills Hematology & Oncology Physician, average services per provider: 811. This provider delivers 43× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$893
Transactions
35
Manufacturers
11
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 14 | $379.06 | |
| Intuitive Surgical, INC. | 1 | $131.75 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 3 | $82.76 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 3 | $79.43 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 8 | $58.31 | |
| Coherus Biosciences INC. | 1 | $35.35 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $31.09 | |
| Tempus Ai, INC | 1 | $28.54 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $24.13 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $21.76 | |
| Emd Serono, INC. | 1 | $20.64 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
731
Patients
114
Total drug cost
$2,977,102
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) | Brand | 118 | 29 | $141,225 |
| Hydroxyurea | Generic | 79 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 77 | 18 | $811 |
| Anastrozole | Generic | 60 | 15 | $2,277 |
| Acyclovir | Generic | 50 | 15 | $1,470 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 45 | 0 | $42,633 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 44 | 17 | $1,264 |
| Calquence (Acalabrutinib Maleate) | Brand | 41 | 0 | $545,060 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | Generic | 39 | 0 | $194,452 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 35 | 0 | $373 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Cheng's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Cheng practices Hematology & Oncology Physician in Laguna Hills, CA.
Where does Dr. Howard Cheng practice?
Dr. Howard Cheng practices at 24953 Paseo de Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA 926534342. Office phone: 9497708168.
What is Dr. Howard Cheng's NPI?
Dr. Howard Cheng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366435299, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Cheng accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Cheng accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Cheng commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, ferumoxytol, for treatment of iron deficiency anemia, 1 mg (non-esrd use) (HCPCS Q0138); Injection, epoetin alfa-epbx, biosimilar, (retacrit) (for non-esrd use), 1000 units (HCPCS Q5106); Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count (HCPCS 85025). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.