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Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel, MD

Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel, MD

Kennesaw, GA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ghebremeskel, Hospitalist in Kennesaw, GA?

    Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghebremeskel graduated from University of Debrecen Medical School and Health Science Centre and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghebremeskel is fluent in English and Hungarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghebremeskel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghebremeskel’s office at (470) 732-4022.

    Where did Dr. Ghebremeskel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Debreceni Orvostudomanyi Egyetem Debrecen Hungary | University of Debrecen Medical School and Health Science Centre

    Is Dr. Ghebremeskel board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ghebremeskel speak?

    Dr. Ghebremeskel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hungarian

    What conditions does Dr. Ghebremeskel treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ghebremeskel 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. Ghebremeskel. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    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

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Which procedures does Dr. Ghebremeskel perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ghebremeskel's office.

    Does Dr. Ghebremeskel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ghebremeskel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (470) 732-4022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ghebremeskel accept in Kennesaw, GA?

    Dr. Ghebremeskel in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Centene

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Ghebremeskel's office located?

    Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel's Primary Practice

    5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220

    Kennesaw, GA 30152

    (470) 732-4022

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    Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel's Practice 2

    8954 Hospital Dr

    Douglasville, GA 30134

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    Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel's Practice 3

    3950 Austell Rd # 22

    Austell, GA 30106

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    What is Dr. Ghebremeskel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ghebremeskel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780765776.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghebremeskel?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghebremeskel

    What is Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel's specialty?

    Dr. Ghebremeskel is a Hospitalist near Kennesaw, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Ghebremeskel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ghebremeskel is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Wellstar Kennestone Regional 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Yacob Ghebremeskel accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ghebremeskel's office at (470) 732-4022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Yacob Ghebremeskel?

    Please contact Dr. Ghebremeskel's office at (470) 732-4022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel have?

    Dr. Yacob Ghebremeskel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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