19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Takele, Hospitalist in West Allis, WI?
Dr. Tatek Takele, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in West Allis, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Takele is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Takele’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Takele’s office.
Where did Dr. Takele go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Jimma University/Institute of Health Sciences,Jimma,Ethiopia
Is Dr. Takele board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Tatek Takele, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Takele speak?
Dr. Takele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Takele typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Takele 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. Takele. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Takele typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Tatek Takele may include:
Please contact Dr. Takele's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Takele accept my insurance?
Dr. Takele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Takele accept in West Allis, WI?
Dr. Takele in West Allis, WI 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Takele's office located?
What is Dr. Takele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Takele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437339272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Takele?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Takele
What is Dr. Tatek Takele's specialty?
Dr. Takele is a Hospitalist near West Allis, WI.
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. Tatek Takele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Takele is affiliated with Uw Health Swedishamerican Hospital, Aurora St Luke's Medical Center - Milwaukee, Aurora West Allis Medical Center, Aurora Medical Center - Kenosha, Aurora Lakeland 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tatek Takele accepting new patients in West Allis, WI?
Yes, Dr. Tatek Takele is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tatek Takele offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Takele's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tatek Takele?
Please contact Dr. Takele's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tatek Takele have?
Dr. Tatek Takele is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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