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Who is Dr. Mekonnen, Neurologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Ermias Mekonnen, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mekonnen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mekonnen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mekonnen’s office at (202) 865-1431.
What languages does Dr. Mekonnen speak?
Dr. Mekonnen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mekonnen treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Mekonnen 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. Mekonnen. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Toxic brain damage
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
- Toxic encephalopathy
- Brain damage from toxins
- Drug-induced brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
- G928: Other toxic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Slurred or Unclear Speech
- Aphasia
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Dysarthria
- Anarthria
- Difficulty articulating words
- Difficulty speaking
- Language impairment
- Loss of speech
ICD-10 Codes:
- R471: Dysarthria and anarthria
- R4701: Aphasia
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Facial Weakness
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Facial Paralysis', 'Facial Droop', 'Weakness in Face', 'Bell's Palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29810: Facial weakness
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Mekonnen perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ermias Mekonnen may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mekonnen's office.
Does Dr. Mekonnen accept my insurance?
Dr. Mekonnen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 865-1431 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mekonnen accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Mekonnen in Washington, DC 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
Community Care Plan
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mekonnen's office located?
Dr. Ermias Mekonnen's Primary Practice
2041 Georgia Ave NW
Washington, DC 20060
(202) 865-1431
What is Dr. Mekonnen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mekonnen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346436276.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mekonnen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mekonnen
What is Dr. Ermias Mekonnen's specialty?
Dr. Mekonnen is a Neurologist near Washington, DC.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Mekonnen to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ermias Mekonnen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mekonnen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South Texas Health System Edinburg, South Texas Health System Mcallen. 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
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Is Ermias Mekonnen accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Ermias Mekonnen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ermias Mekonnen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mekonnen's office at (202) 865-1431 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ermias Mekonnen?
Please contact Dr. Mekonnen's office at (202) 865-1431 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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