Peter Cheng, M.D.
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Peter Cheng is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Palo Alto, CA with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Peter Cheng, M.D. practices as part of a group geriatrician practice in Palo Alto, CA. A Baylor College of Medicine graduate since 1997, he brings 29+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 28% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2189dNPPES updated 2020-05-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.44%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.7 pts)
3.44% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
312
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
135
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,220
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $60k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
Baylor College of Medicine
Board certified · May 25, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
29 years in practice
Experienced
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Education & Training
Baylor College of Medicine (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
325 Distel Cir, Los Altos, CA 94022-1408
Differs from practice location
Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Peter Cheng
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Peter Cheng for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Palo Alto 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 Peter Cheng
NPI records show Dr. Cheng as active with telehealth listed in Palo Alto, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (650) 853-2977.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Peter Cheng
Practice Location
795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94301-2302
Mailing Address
325 Distel Cir, Los Altos, CA 94022-1408
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