32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe, Endocrinologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Zewge Shiferaw-Deribe, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe graduated from Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia) and completed his residency at Training Internal Medicine Interfaith Medical Centre Brooklyn. Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe’s office.
Where did Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Training in Endocrinology
Residency: Training Internal Medicine Interfaith Medical Centre Brooklyn
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia) | Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia)
Is Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe board certified in Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Zewge Shiferaw-Deribe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe speak?
Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe treat?
As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe 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. Shiferaw-Deribe. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Which procedures does Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe perform as a Endocrinologist?
As a Endocrinologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Zewge Shiferaw-Deribe may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe's office.
Does Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe accept my insurance?
Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe 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. Shiferaw-Deribe accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe's office located?
What is Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508846726.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe
What is Dr. Zewge Shiferaw-Deribe's specialty?
Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe is a Endocrinologist near Brooklyn, NY. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Zewge Shiferaw-Deribe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe is affiliated with One Brooklyn Health - Brookdale Hospital Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Zewge Shiferaw-Deribe accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Zewge Shiferaw-Deribe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zewge Shiferaw-Deribe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zewge Shiferaw-Deribe?
Please contact Dr. Shiferaw-Deribe's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zewge Shiferaw-Deribe have?
Dr. Zewge Shiferaw-Deribe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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