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Dr. Azanaw Tassew, MD

Shortsville, NY

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    Who is Dr. Tassew, Internist in Shortsville, NY?

    Dr. Azanaw Tassew, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shortsville, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tassew is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tassew’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tassew’s office at (585) 784-6400.

    Is Dr. Tassew board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Azanaw Tassew, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tassew speak?

    Dr. Tassew and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tassew treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Tassew 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. Tassew. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Posture
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Poor Posture
    • Postural Imbalance
    • Stooped Posture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R293: Abnormal posture

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Femur Neck Fracture
    • Proximal Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Need for Personal Care Assistance
    • Help with daily living
    • Assistance with self-care
    • Activities of daily living support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z741: Need for assistance with personal care

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Femur Neck Fracture
    • Broken Thigh Bone (Hip Area)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72001D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Dementia
    • Dementia
    • Multi-infarct dementia
    • Cognitive decline from vascular issues
    • Dementia due to blood vessel problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0150: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R278: Other lack of coordination

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Tassew perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Azanaw Tassew may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tassew's office.

    Does Dr. Tassew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tassew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 784-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tassew accept in Shortsville, NY?

    Dr. Tassew in Shortsville, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • Nascentia Health

    • Peak

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tassew's office located?

    Dr. Azanaw Tassew's Primary Practice

    15 Canandaigua St

    Shortsville, NY 14548

    (585) 784-6400

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    Dr. Azanaw Tassew's Practice 2

    2021 Winton Rd S

    Rochester, NY 14618

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    Dr. Azanaw Tassew's Practice 3

    350 Parrish St

    Canandaigua, NY 14424

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    What is Dr. Tassew's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tassew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053579227.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tassew?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tassew

    What is Dr. Azanaw Tassew's specialty?

    Dr. Tassew is a Internist near Shortsville, NY.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Tassew to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Azanaw Tassew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tassew is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Strong Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Azanaw Tassew accepting new patients in Shortsville, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Azanaw Tassew is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Azanaw Tassew offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tassew's office at (585) 784-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Azanaw Tassew?

    Please contact Dr. Tassew's office at (585) 784-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Azanaw Tassew have?

    Dr. Azanaw Tassew is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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