Philip Cheu, MD
Philip Cheu is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Santa Ana, CA with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Philip Cheu, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Santa Ana, CA. A Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine graduate since 1990, he brings 36+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 72% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 167dNPPES updated 2025-12-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3501 S Harbor Blvd Ste 200, Santa Ana, CA 92704-6940
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.16%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.9 pts)
4.16% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
Better than 72% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
112
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
571
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
9,726
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $753k
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 Diabetes.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+4%) — 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 (+4%) — 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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$412 received from industry
24 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Philip Cheu's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1990
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 7, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine (Class of 1990)
Mailing address
Po Box 35380, Las Vegas, NV 89133-5380
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Philip Cheu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Philip Cheu for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Santa Ana 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 Philip Cheu
Dr. Cheu is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Santa Ana, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (714) 929-2300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Philip Cheu
Practice Location
3501 S Harbor Blvd Ste 200, Santa Ana, CA 92704-6940
Mailing Address
Po Box 35380, Las Vegas, NV 89133-5380
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