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Who is Dr. Befekadu, Internist in Rockville, MD?
Dr. Elizabeth Befekadu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Rockville, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Befekadu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Befekadu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Befekadu’s office at (301) 557-6000.
Is Dr. Befekadu board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Befekadu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Befekadu speak?
Dr. Befekadu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Befekadu treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Befekadu 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. Befekadu. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Septic Shock
- Shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Acidic Blood
- High Acidity in Body
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8720: Acidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Befekadu perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Elizabeth Befekadu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Befekadu's office.
Does Dr. Befekadu accept my insurance?
Dr. Befekadu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 557-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Befekadu accept in Rockville, MD?
Dr. Befekadu in Rockville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CommuniCare Advantage
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Healthfirst
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
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Where is Dr. Befekadu's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Befekadu's Primary Practice
9901 Medical Center Dr
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 557-6000
What is Dr. Befekadu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Befekadu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205094612.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Befekadu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Befekadu
What is Dr. Elizabeth Befekadu's specialty?
Dr. Befekadu is a Internist near Rockville, MD.
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. Befekadu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Elizabeth Befekadu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Befekadu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Holy Cross Germantown 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?
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Is Elizabeth Befekadu accepting new patients in Rockville, MD?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Befekadu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Befekadu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Befekadu's office at (301) 557-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Befekadu?
Please contact Dr. Befekadu's office at (301) 557-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Befekadu have?
Dr. Elizabeth Befekadu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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