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DR. DAVID CHENG MD
NPI 1558709063
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since June 06, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
330 BROOKLINE AVE, E/YAMINS 109, BIDMC PALLIATIVE CARE PROGRAM, BOSTON, MA 02215(617) 667-1320(617) 667-2854 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Mar 17, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. David Cheng Md NPPES

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

DR. DAVID CHENG MD (NPI 1558709063) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (272221) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Newton-wellesley Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in New York.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558709063
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. DAVID CHENGCredential: MD
Location Address330 BROOKLINE AVE, E/YAMINS 109, BIDMC PALLIATIVE CARE PROGRAMBoston, MA 02215
Mailing Address330 Brookline Ave, Bidmc Palliative Care, E/yamins 109Boston, MA 02215 · (617) 667-1320 · Fax (617) 667-2854
Phone(617) 667-1320
Fax(617) 667-2854
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York University School Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateJune 6, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1558709063 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 272221
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
330 BROOKLINE AVE, Boston, MA 02215
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1550 First Ave., NYU Langone Medical CenterNew York, NY 10016 · Phone (212) 263-5506

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.Insurance ›

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. David 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 ID9931496726
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170905003280
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show David Cheng reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc.
Same address
General Acute Care Hospital
330 BROOKLINE AVE, ST 207
Boston, MA 02215
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 1,477 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1548202641 (617) 667-1961
Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc
Same address
Internal Medicine
330 BROOKLINE AVE
Boston, MA 02215
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 2,579 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1194765438 (617) 754-9600
Mass General Brigham Medical Group Suburban Massachusetts Inc
7.3 mi
Family Medicine
2014 WASHINGTON STREET
Newton, MA 02462
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 992 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538191218 (617) 243-6262

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 6

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
125 services79 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
78 services59 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
64 services44 patients
Advance care planning, each additional 30 minutes 99498
Advance care planning involves discussing and documenting your future health care preferences in case you're unable to make decisions for yourself. Each additional 30 minutes allows more time to explore your wishes, values, and goals for treatment.
63 services47 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
58 services54 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
24 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Newton, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220101
Location2014 Washington StreetNewton, MA 02462 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER
Chronic Disease Hospital (Children)
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 677-4042
DR. BRIAN DANIEL HOBBS MD, MMSC
Internal Medicine
330 BROOKLINE AVE, PULMONARY AND CRITICAL CARE DEPARTMENT
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-5864
ERICA DOMMASCH MD
Dermatology
330 BROOKLINE AVE, SHAPIRO 2
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-3753
VAHID KIARAD M.D
Anesthesiology
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-7000
DR. MICHAEL R GOLDSTEIN PHD
Psychologist (Clinical)
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 356-7246
SARA MURDOCK CAHILL MD
Hospitalist
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-7000
DR. DEVON ABT HARRIS MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecologic Oncology)
330 BROOKLINE AVE, KIRSTEIN 3
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-3736
DR. ELIZABETH MAIER BALOUGH MD, PHD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-7000

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 David Cheng's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Cheng is 1558709063. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 6, 2013.

Where is David Cheng located?

David Cheng practices at 330 Brookline Ave E/Yamins 109, Bidmc Palliative Care Program, Boston, MA 02215. The listed phone number is (617) 667-1320.

What is David Cheng's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is David Cheng enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David 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 David Cheng's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), David Cheng reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc. (Boston, MA), Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc (Boston, MA) and Mass General Brigham Medical Group Suburban Massachusetts Inc (Newton, MA). 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 David Cheng's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does David Cheng accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list David Cheng as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is David Cheng affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Cheng is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Cheng was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.