Expertise in
16
conditions

Dr. Yu D. Cheng

Neurology
Er-Kai Gao MD Inc.
8851 Center Dr Ste 603, 
La Mesa, CA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
16
conditions
Er-Kai Gao MD Inc.
8851 Center Dr Ste 603, 
La Mesa, CA 

Overview

Yu Cheng is a Neurologist practicing medicine in La Mesa, California.

Dr. Cheng is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Seizures, Stroke, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Grossmont Hospital
Sharp Coronado Hospital And Hlthcr Ctr
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
Sharp Memorial Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
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Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Er-Kai Gao MD Inc.
8851 Center Dr Ste 603, La Mesa, CA 91942

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Total Publications

Comprehensive personalized ankle joint shape analysis of children with cerebral palsy from pediatric MRI.
Comprehensive personalized ankle joint shape analysis of children with cerebral palsy from pediatric MRI.
Journal: Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology
Published: September 30, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Yu D. Cheng

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Yu D. Cheng?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Yu D. Cheng by calling their office at 619-667-4545. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Yu D. Cheng a top-rated expert for Memory Loss?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Yu D. Cheng is classified as an Distinguished expert for Memory Loss, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Yu D. Cheng specialize in?

While Dr. Yu D. Cheng is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Memory Loss, Seizures, and Stroke. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Yu D. Cheng participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Yu D. Cheng has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Memory Loss. You can view a list of Dr. Yu D. Cheng's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Yu D. Cheng accept my insurance?

Dr. Yu D. Cheng accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 619-667-4545 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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