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Who is Dr. Tesfatsion, Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Sara Tesfatsion, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Tesfatsion is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tesfatsion’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tesfatsion’s office at (404) 501-8000.
What languages does Dr. Tesfatsion speak?
Dr. Tesfatsion and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tesfatsion treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tesfatsion 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. Tesfatsion. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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
Which procedures does Dr. Tesfatsion perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sara Tesfatsion may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tesfatsion's office.
Does Dr. Tesfatsion accept my insurance?
Dr. Tesfatsion accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 501-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tesfatsion accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Tesfatsion in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tesfatsion's office located?
Dr. Sara Tesfatsion's Primary Practice
1821 Clifton Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 501-8000
What is Dr. Tesfatsion's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tesfatsion's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598392839.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tesfatsion?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tesfatsion
What is Dr. Sara Tesfatsion's specialty?
Dr. Tesfatsion is a Internist near Atlanta, GA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Tesfatsion to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sara Tesfatsion affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tesfatsion is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Emory Hillandale Hospital. 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 Sara Tesfatsion accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Sara Tesfatsion is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Tesfatsion offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tesfatsion's office at (404) 501-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Tesfatsion?
Please contact Dr. Tesfatsion's office at (404) 501-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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