Alexander T Cheung, M.D
Alexander T Cheung is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Anaheim, CA with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across CA can see Alexander T Cheung, M.D in person in Anaheim or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Baylor College of Medicine graduate since 2001, he brings 25+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 59% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2672dNPPES updated 2019-01-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1019 W. La Palma Ave. Ste a, Anaheim, CA 92801
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.1%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
343
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
202
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,249
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $191k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Diabetes, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$218 received from industry
7 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Alexander T Cheung's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
Baylor College of Medicine
25 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Baylor College of Medicine (Class of 2001)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190319
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Alexander T Cheung
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alexander T Cheung for blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins, cholesterol management — no travel to Anaheim required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alexander T Cheung
NPI records show Dr. Cheung as active with telehealth listed in Anaheim, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (714) 956-5200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1019 W. La Palma Ave. Ste a, Anaheim, CA 92801
Mailing Address
1019 W. La Palma Ave. Ste a, Anaheim, CA 92801
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