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Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD

Accepting New Patients

(Dr. Christine D. Ching, M D)

(255 Ratings)

Specializes in: Surgical Oncology (Cancer Surgery)

Duke University School of Medicine

Professional interests include: cancer, melanoma, bone cancer (osteosarcoma), and more.

795 El Camino Real Lee Building, Level 3
Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 853-2946

Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD is a surgical oncologist in San Carlos, CA specializing in surgical oncology (cancer surgery). She graduated from Duke University School of Medicine. Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD is affiliated with Sutter Health.

Office Locations

Sutter Health

301 Industrial Road Level 4
San Carlos, CA 94070

(650) 596-4270

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Sutter Health

795 El Camino Real Lee Building, Level 3
Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 853-2946

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Some issues Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

lymph node procedures

By Affordability:

lymph node biopsy

lymph node excision

surgical lymph node biopsy

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD performed more lymph node procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and she also had a list price for lymph node biopsy, lymph node excision, and surgical lymph node biopsy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD treated as a surgical oncologist in San Carlos, CA during 2012 were excision, lymph node procedures, breast procedures and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	32
cancer surgery	32
diagnostic procedures	23
doctor visit	151
excision	55
lymph node procedures	45
open surgery	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	112

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD.

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	79

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	83
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	62
From 75 to 84	23
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD in 2013

Hypertension	29
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	59

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD treated as a surgical oncologist in San Carlos, CA during 2014 were lymph node procedures, excision, open surgery and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	18
cancer surgery	18
diagnostic procedures	21
doctor visit	240
excision	39
lymph node procedures	43
open surgery	21

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD.

**Gender**
Male	25
Female	121

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	115
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	93
From 75 to 84	33
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD in 2014

Hypertension	39
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	10
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	8
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	16
Dementia	0
Cancer	60

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD treated as a surgical oncologist in San Carlos, CA during 2015 were excision, lymph node procedures, breast procedures and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	39
cancer surgery	39
diagnostic procedures	28
doctor visit	276
excision	67
lymph node procedures	58
open surgery	28

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD.

**Gender**
Male	46
Female	324

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	272
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	54
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	218
From 75 to 84	112
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD in 2015

Hypertension	39
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	12
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	17
Dementia	0
Cancer	60

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD treated as a surgical oncologist in San Carlos, CA during 2016 were excision, lymph node procedures, breast procedures and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	24
cancer surgery	24
diagnostic procedures	19
doctor visit	313
excision	43
lymph node procedures	38
open surgery	19

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD.

**Gender**
Male	22
Female	158

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	131
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	30
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	96
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD in 2016

Hypertension	41
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	12
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	11
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	14
Dementia	0
Cancer	61

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD treated as a surgical oncologist in San Carlos, CA during 2017 were excision, lymph node procedures, breast procedures and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	20
cancer surgery	20
diagnostic procedures	16
doctor visit	322
excision	36
lymph node procedures	34
open surgery	16

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD.

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	169

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	143
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	26
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	109
From 75 to 84	69
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD in 2017

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	11
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	13
Dementia	0
Cancer	56

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD treated as a surgical oncologist in San Carlos, CA during 2018 were excision, lymph node procedures, breast procedures and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	22
cancer surgery	22
diagnostic procedures	20
doctor visit	324
excision	42
lymph node procedures	40
open surgery	20

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD.

**Gender**
Male	23
Female	196

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	170
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	29
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	120
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD in 2018

Hypertension	41
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	10
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	11
Dementia	0
Cancer	56

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	206

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD.

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	157

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	134
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	22
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	102
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD in 2019

Hypertension	38
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	11
Dementia	0
Cancer	62

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD treated as a surgical oncologist in San Carlos, CA during 2020 were lymph node procedures, excision, open surgery and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	14
cancer surgery	14
diagnostic procedures	15
doctor visit	200
excision	29
lymph node procedures	29
open surgery	15

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD.

**Gender**
Male	14
Female	129

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	108
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	20
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	75
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD in 2020

Hypertension	35
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	13
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	14
Dementia	0
Cancer	64

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD treated as a surgical oncologist in San Carlos, CA during 2021 were excision, lymph node procedures, breast procedures and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	26
cancer surgery	26
diagnostic procedures	19
doctor visit	253
excision	45
lymph node procedures	40
open surgery	19

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD.

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	150

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	123
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	22
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	87
From 75 to 84	61
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD in 2021

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	16
Dementia	0
Cancer	67

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD treated as a surgical oncologist in San Carlos, CA during 2022 were excision, lymph node procedures, breast procedures and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	32
cancer surgery	32
diagnostic procedures	19
doctor visit	285
excision	51
lymph node procedures	40
open surgery	19

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD.

**Gender**
Male	12
Female	175

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	140
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	28
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	98
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD in 2022

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	13
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	30
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	12
Dementia	0
Cancer	68

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD treated as a surgical oncologist in San Carlos, CA were excision, lymph node procedures, breast procedures and cancer surgery.

breast procedures	25
cancer surgery	25
diagnostic procedures	20
doctor visit	243
excision	45
lymph node procedures	40
open surgery	20

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD.

**Gender**
Female	150
Male	19

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	22
Non-Hispanic White	129
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	55
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	96

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD treated were cancer, high cholesterol, hypertension and depression.

Hypertension	36
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	10
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	11
Heart Failure	2
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	11
Atrial Fibrillation	5
Dementia	0
Cancer	55

Education & Training

Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD graduated from Duke University School of Medicine. She completed residency at Duke University Medical Center. She is certified by the Surgery - Board Certified and has a state license in North Carolina.

Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine

Residency: Duke University Medical Center

Board Certification: Surgery - Board Certified

Licensed In: North Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Sutter Health

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Blue Shield of California, Medicare Advantage, HealthSmart, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Cigna, Alliance PPO, Anthem Blue Cross of California, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Accepted Valley Health Plan Plans: Classic Commercial HMO Plan only, Accepted Central California Alliance for Health Plans: TotalCare (HMO D-SNP), Accepted SCAN Plans: SCAN Compass (HMO), Accepted Santa Clara Family Health Plan Plans: DualConnect (HMO D-SNP), Accepted Provider Networks of America Plans: PPO, Accepted Sutter Health Plan Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO, Accepted Chinese Community Health Plan Plans: Active Choice- PPO Silver: Amber 50 HMO Silver: American Indian/Alaskan Native (Covered CA for Individual & Families): Bronze 60 HDHP HMO (including... and Accepted Aetna Plans: Aetna Choice POS II: Aetna Select EPO: Aetna Select Open Access: Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA): Aetna Student Health Program: Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA): Health Fund....

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Blue Shield of California

Medicare Advantage

HealthSmart

MultiPlan

United Healthcare

TRICARE

Cigna

Alliance PPO

Anthem Blue Cross of California

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

Accepted Valley Health Plan Plans: Classic Commercial HMO Plan only

Accepted Central California Alliance for Health Plans: TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)

Accepted SCAN Plans: SCAN Compass (HMO)

Accepted Santa Clara Family Health Plan Plans: DualConnect (HMO D-SNP)

Accepted Provider Networks of America Plans: PPO

Accepted Sutter Health Plan Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO

Accepted Chinese Community Health Plan Plans: Active Choice- PPO Silver: Amber 50 HMO Silver: American Indian/Alaskan Native (Covered CA for Individual & Families): Bronze 60 HDHP HMO (including...

Accepted Aetna Plans: Aetna Choice POS II: Aetna Select EPO: Aetna Select Open Access: Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA): Aetna Student Health Program: Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA): Health Fund...

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.69 out of 5 stars based on 255 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Carlos, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. C. Denise Ching, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated	$209 Exparel $209
Sientra, Inc.	$153 SIENTRA HIGH STRENGTH COHESIVE SILICONE GEL BREAST IMPLANT $153
Focal Therapeutics, Inc.	$108 localizer $108
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$47 PlasmaBlade $47
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.	$12 DRIZALMA SPRINKLE $12

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$530

Biography

Dr. C. Ching is a specialist in general surgery and surgical oncology (cancer surgery). Patient reviews placed her at an average of 4.5 stars (out of 5). Dr. Ching's clinical interests include minimally invasive surgery, sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB), and breast cancer. She is affiliated with Sutter Health. She takes Anthem, Blue California, and HealthSmart, in addition to other insurance carriers. According to Sutter Health, Dr. Ching is currently accepting new patients at her office in Palo Alto, CA. She is a graduate of Duke University School of Medicine and a graduate of Duke University Medical Center's residency program. She speaks Spanish.