Summary

Dr. Peter Cheng treats Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and multi-infarct dementia, and performs hospice care, life-prolonging treatment, and palliative care. He practices geriatric medicine and has 29 years of experience.

Dr. Cheng earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and is affiliated with Stanford Health Care, Stanford Medicine Pediatrics, and Stanford Hospital. He sees patients in Palo Alto, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Cheng 4.64 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 29 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Palo Alto Center

795 El Camino Real # 1Palo Alto, CA 94301
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr Peter H. Cheng, MDDr. Dr. Karanbir BrarAnn M KositskyDr. Parimala Selvan, MD
Geriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineNurse PractitionerGeriatric Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
5 
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29 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Punjabi, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English
Palo Alto , CAOceanside , CABurlingame , CASanta Rosa , CA
Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Peter H. Cheng

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr Peter H. Cheng has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Peter H. Cheng has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • EOL Care
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr Peter H. Cheng holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr Cheng's NPI number is 1073629564.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr Peter Cheng accepting new patients?
Dr Peter Cheng is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr Peter Cheng's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr Peter Cheng accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Peter Cheng accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr Peter Cheng affiliated with?
Dr Peter Cheng is affiliated with Stanford Health Care, Stanford Medicine Pediatrics, and Stanford Hospital.
Where is Dr Peter Cheng's office located?
Dr Peter Cheng's office is located at 795 El Camino Real # 1, Palo Alto, CA, 94301.
Does Dr Peter Cheng accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Peter Cheng has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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