Summary

Dr. Richard Cheng is a cardiovascular disease specialist who brings 15 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, building a strong foundation in cardiac care. Dr. Cheng focuses on complex heart conditions and provides comprehensive cardiovascular treatment. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Cheng practices at multiple locations in Walnut Creek and San Francisco, California, with affiliations at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. His expertise includes treating heart failure, high blood pressure, and cardiomyopathy. He performs essential diagnostic tests including complete blood counts and kidney function assessments to monitor heart health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Cheng highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 15 years of experience
  • 65 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Cheng has 4 locations

Advanced Heart Failure

1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200Walnut Creek, CA 94597

Heart Valve Disease Clinic

535 Mission Bay Blvd SSan Francisco, CA 94143

Advanced Heart Failure Comprehensive Care Center

400 Parnassus Ave # 5San Francisco, CA 94143

Cardiac Critical Care Unit

505 Parnassus Ave # 10San Francisco, CA 94143

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
15 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Walnut Creek , CAStanford , CAStanford , CAStanford , CA
Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth Med School: Medical College Thiruvananthapuram Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Cheng

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • 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 CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan
  • Empire Plan - Medicare
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • Hometown Health - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Cheng has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Cheng has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Advanced Heart Failure & Trnsplnt Cardio
  • Cardiologist
  • Interventional Cardiology

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Geisel School Of Medicine At DartmouthGraduated in 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Richard Cheng accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Richard Cheng's office located?
Dr. Richard Cheng's office is located at 1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Cheng?
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Is Dr. Richard Cheng accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Richard Cheng accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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