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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mekonnen, Hospitalist in Dulles, VA?
Dr. Dawit Mekonnen, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Dulles, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mekonnen graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at George Washington U Med Ctr. Dr. Mekonnen is fluent in English, Amharic, Samaritan Aramaic, and Sign Languages, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mekonnen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mekonnen’s office at (703) 599-9540.
Where did Dr. Mekonnen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: George Washington U Med Ctr
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Mekonnen board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Dawit Mekonnen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mekonnen speak?
Dr. Mekonnen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
Samaritan Aramaic
Sign Languages
What conditions does Dr. Mekonnen treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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.
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
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
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Mekonnen perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dawit Mekonnen may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mekonnen's office.
Does Dr. Mekonnen accept my insurance?
Dr. Mekonnen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 599-9540 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mekonnen accept in Dulles, VA?
Dr. Mekonnen in Dulles, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mekonnen's office located?
Dr. Dawit Mekonnen's Primary Practice
24440 Stone Springs Blvd
Dulles, VA 20166
(703) 599-9540
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 1518065374.
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. Dawit Mekonnen's specialty?
Dr. Mekonnen is a Hospitalist near Dulles, VA. 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. Mekonnen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dawit Mekonnen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mekonnen is affiliated with Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 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?
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Is Dawit Mekonnen accepting new patients in Dulles, VA?
Yes, Dr. Dawit Mekonnen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dawit Mekonnen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mekonnen's office at (703) 599-9540 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dawit Mekonnen?
Please contact Dr. Mekonnen's office at (703) 599-9540 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dawit Mekonnen have?
Dr. Dawit Mekonnen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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