Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lemma, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Upper Marlboro, MD?
Dr. Melat Lemma, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Upper Marlboro, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lemma completed her residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Lemma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lemma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lemma’s office at (301) 848-7821.
Where did Dr. Lemma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Georgetown University Hospital
Is Dr. Lemma board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melat Lemma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lemma speak?
Dr. Lemma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lemma typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lemma 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. Lemma. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lemma typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melat Lemma may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lemma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lemma accept my insurance?
Dr. Lemma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 848-7821 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lemma accept in Upper Marlboro, MD?
Dr. Lemma in Upper Marlboro, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lemma's office located?
Dr. Melat Lemma's Primary Practice
1221 Mercantile Ln
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 848-7821
What is Dr. Lemma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lemma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891955217.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lemma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lemma
What is Dr. Melat Lemma's specialty?
Dr. Lemma is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Upper Marlboro, MD.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Melat Lemma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lemma is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Um Capital Region 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melat Lemma accepting new patients in Upper Marlboro, MD?
Yes, Dr. Melat Lemma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melat Lemma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lemma's office at (301) 848-7821 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melat Lemma?
Please contact Dr. Lemma's office at (301) 848-7821 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melat Lemma have?
Dr. Melat Lemma is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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