Derek Cheng, D.O.
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Derek Cheng is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Stamford, CT with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Derek Cheng, D.O. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 17+ years, working in independent practice. Trained at New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology (class of 2009), he has been practicing for over 17 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 79.08/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 68% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 30% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2280dNPPES updated 2020-02-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202379.08/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.8%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ConnecticutHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
460
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
311
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,666
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $665k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — 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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$902 received from industry
16 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Derek Cheng's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2009
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Feb 23, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
17 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
New York College of Osteo Medicine of New York Institute of Technology (Class of 2009)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450653
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Derek Cheng
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Derek Cheng for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Stamford 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 Derek Cheng
NPI records show Dr. Cheng as active with telehealth listed in Stamford, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 276-4464.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Derek Cheng
Practice Location
29 Hospital Plz Ste 602, Stamford, CT 06902-3602
Mailing Address
29 Hospital Plz Ste 602, Stamford, CT 06902-3602
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