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Dr. Matiyas Shiferaw, MD
Tacoma, WA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shiferaw, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Matiyas Shiferaw, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shiferaw is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shiferaw’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shiferaw’s office at (253) 844-4327.
What languages does Dr. Shiferaw speak?
Dr. Shiferaw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Shiferaw typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Shiferaw diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Shiferaw. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Shiferaw typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Matiyas Shiferaw may include:
Please contact Dr. Shiferaw's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shiferaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Shiferaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 844-4327 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shiferaw accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Shiferaw in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shiferaw's office located?
What is Dr. Shiferaw's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shiferaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063209492.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shiferaw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shiferaw
What is Dr. Matiyas Shiferaw's specialty?
Dr. Shiferaw is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Tacoma, WA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Matiyas Shiferaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shiferaw is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Overlake Hospital Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Matiyas Shiferaw accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
No, Dr. Matiyas Shiferaw is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matiyas Shiferaw offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shiferaw's office at (253) 844-4327 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matiyas Shiferaw?
Please contact Dr. Shiferaw's office at (253) 844-4327 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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