DR. PAUL KAI HEY CHENG MD
NPI 1518385343
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Sacramento, CA

Active since March 29, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4150 V ST STE 1200, SACRAMENTO, CA 95817(916) 734-5028 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 6, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 6, 2024, Aug 6, 2019, Apr 24, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Paul Kai Hey Cheng Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. PAUL KAI HEY CHENG MD (NPI 1518385343) is an individual pain medicine provider in Sacramento, California, licensed in California (A155257) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Geffen School Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518385343
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X
Provider Legal NameDR. PAUL KAI HEY CHENGCredential: MD
Location Address4150 V ST STE 1200Sacramento, CA 95817-1460
Mailing Address4150 V St Ste 1200Sacramento, CA 95817-1460 · (916) 734-5028
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Geffen School Of MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMarch 29, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 6, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 6, 2024
✔ NPI 1518385343 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207LP2900X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A155257
Definition
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Also ListedPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineTaxonomy 208VP0014X · License A155257 (CA)
4150 V ST STE 1200, Sacramento, CA 95817

Other Identifiers 1

OtherA155257CA · California Medical License

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Paul Kai Hey Cheng Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3375846330
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190604000844
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

5

Medicare enrollment records show Paul Cheng reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Maternal & Fetal Medicine
4860 Y ST
Sacramento, CA 95817
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 2,570 clinicians in this Medicare group
Pain Medicine
450 N WIGET LN
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 137 clinicians in this Medicare group
Surgery
400 PARNASSUS AVE, MCB 300
San Francisco, CA 94143
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 5,645 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
400 PARNASSUS AVE
San Francisco, CA 94122
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 5,544 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
505 PARNASSUS AVE
San Francisco, CA 94143
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 723 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 15

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
148 services148 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
145 services109 patients
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493
This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.
54 services34 patients
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494
This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.
54 services34 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
52 services52 patients
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.
37 services36 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Anesthesiology
4150 V ST STE 1200
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
4150 V ST STE 1200
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Anesthesiology
4150 V ST STE 1200
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
4150 V ST STE 1200
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4150 V ST STE 1200
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Anesthesiology
4150 V ST STE 1200
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Anesthesiology
4150 V ST STE 1200
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817
Anesthesiology
4150 V ST STE 1200
SACRAMENTO, CA 95817

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Paul Cheng's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Cheng is 1518385343. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 29, 2014.

Where is Paul Cheng located?

Paul Cheng practices at 4150 V St Ste 1200, Sacramento, CA 95817. The listed phone number is (916) 734-5028.

What is Paul Cheng's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is Paul Cheng enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Cheng is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Paul Cheng's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Paul Cheng reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Regents Of The Univ Of Ca (Sacramento, CA), Integrated Pain Management Medical Group, Inc. (Walnut Creek, CA), University Of California San Francisco (San Francisco, CA), Ucsf Medical Group Business Services (San Francisco, CA) and University Anesthesia Medical Group (San Francisco, CA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Paul Cheng's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Cheng was last updated on January 6, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.