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Dr. Emnet Alemu, MD

Chesapeake, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alemu, Family Medicine Specialist in Chesapeake, VA?

    Dr. Emnet Alemu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Alemu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alemu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alemu’s office at (757) 738-1600.

    What languages does Dr. Alemu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alemu treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alemu 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. Alemu. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Alemu perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Emnet Alemu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alemu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alemu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 738-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alemu accept in Chesapeake, VA?

    Dr. Alemu in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alemu's office located?

    Dr. Emnet Alemu's Primary Practice

    2613 Taylor Rd Ste 201

    Chesapeake, VA 23321

    (757) 738-1600

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    Dr. Emnet Alemu's Practice 2

    3640 High St

    Portsmouth, VA 23707

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    Dr. Emnet Alemu's Practice 3

    7185 Harbour Towne Pkwy S Ste 206

    Suffolk, VA 23435

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

    Dr. Alemu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124554225.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alemu?

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

    What is Dr. Emnet Alemu's specialty?

    Dr. Alemu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chesapeake, VA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Alemu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Emnet Alemu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alemu is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Emnet Alemu accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Emnet Alemu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Emnet Alemu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alemu's office at (757) 738-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Emnet Alemu?

    Please contact Dr. Alemu's office at (757) 738-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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