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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mekete, Hospitalist in Chickasha, OK?
Dr. Bahiru Mekete, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chickasha, OK. He is board certified. Dr. Mekete graduated from Addis Ababa University and completed his residency at Howard University Program. Dr. Mekete is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mekete’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mekete’s office at (405) 224-2300.
Where did Dr. Mekete go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard University Program
Medical School: Addis Ababa University
Is Dr. Mekete board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Bahiru Mekete, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mekete speak?
Dr. Mekete and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mekete typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Mekete 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. Mekete. 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mekete typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Mekete performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mekete. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Joint Replacement
- Proximal Humeral Replacement
- Artificial Shoulder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Mekete accept my insurance?
Dr. Mekete accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 224-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mekete accept in Chickasha, OK?
Dr. Mekete in Chickasha, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
State of Oklahoma
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mekete's office located?
What is Dr. Mekete's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mekete's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245498781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mekete?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mekete
What is Dr. Bahiru Mekete's specialty?
Dr. Mekete is a Hospitalist near Chickasha, OK.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Bahiru Mekete affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mekete is affiliated with Norman Regional Hospital, Duncan Regional Hospital 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
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Is Bahiru Mekete accepting new patients in Chickasha, OK?
Yes, Dr. Bahiru Mekete is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bahiru Mekete offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mekete's office at (405) 224-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bahiru Mekete?
Please contact Dr. Mekete's office at (405) 224-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bahiru Mekete have?
Dr. Bahiru Mekete is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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2220 W Iowa Ave
Chickasha, OK 73018