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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Mekonnen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mekonnen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Neurologist like Dr. Mekonnen typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Mekonnen typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Mekonnen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Broward Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Superior
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ermias Mekonnen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mekonnen is affiliated with Kootenai Health, Um Capital Region Medical Center, Northside Hospital Atlanta 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 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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