Summary

Dr. Wen Cheng is a thoracic surgeon who earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Health System. With 42 years of experience in cardiac surgery, Dr. Cheng brings extensive expertise to complex heart procedures. He is fluent in Italian, Spanish, German, and English.

Dr. Cheng practices at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and the Smidt Heart Institute in Los Angeles, California. His surgical focus includes treating heart valve disease, aortic valve stenosis, and rheumatic heart disease. He performs advanced procedures such as transcatheter aortic valve implantation and mitral valve repair surgery. Patients rate Dr. Cheng 5.0 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 42 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, German, Italian, Spanish
  • Johns Hopkins Health System
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Wen Cheng has 7 locations

Smidt Heart Institute

127 S San Vicente Blvd Fl 3Los Angeles, CA 90048
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

Smidt Heart Institute

127 S. San Vicente Blvd., Pavilion, Suite A3600Los Angeles, CA 90048

Smidt Heart Institute

127 S. San Vicente Blvd., Suite A3600Los Angeles, CA 90048

Smidt Heart Institute

127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600Los Angeles, CA 90048

Cedars Sinai Heart Institute Shaw Laboratory

127 S San Vicente Blvd # A3600Los Angeles, CA 90048
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cedars Sinai Medical Center

8700 Beverly BlvdWest Hollywood, CA 90048

Smidt Heart Institute

127 S San Vicente Blvd #A3600Los Angeles, CA 90048

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Dr. Wen Cheng, MDDr. Sarah Pradka Lucas, MDDr. Abbas Ardehali, MDDr. Fernando Fleischman, MD
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.7 
42 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, German, Italian, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Los Angeles , CAValley Village , CALos Angeles , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Wen Cheng

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Positive Health Care
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Wen Cheng has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Wen Cheng has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Wen Cheng holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Johns Hopkins Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Cheng's NPI number is 1073597043.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Wen Cheng affiliated with?
Dr. Wen Cheng is affiliated with Cedars Sinai Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wen Cheng?
You can find contact information for Dr. Wen Cheng here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Wen Cheng accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Wen Cheng accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Wen Cheng's office located?
Dr. Wen Cheng's office is located at 127 S San Vicente Blvd Fl 3, Los Angeles, CA, 90048.
Does Dr. Wen Cheng accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Wen Cheng has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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