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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tefera, Hospitalist in Austell, GA?
Dr. Tibebu Tefera, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Austell, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tefera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tefera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tefera’s office at (470) 644-7000.
Is Dr. Tefera board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Tibebu Tefera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tefera speak?
Dr. Tefera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tefera treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Tefera 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. Tefera. 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:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
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:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Tefera perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Tibebu Tefera may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tefera's office.
Does Dr. Tefera accept my insurance?
Dr. Tefera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (470) 644-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tefera accept in Austell, GA?
Dr. Tefera in Austell, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Independent Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Georgia
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tefera's office located?
What is Dr. Tefera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tefera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801025788.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tefera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tefera
What is Dr. Tibebu Tefera's specialty?
Dr. Tefera is a Hospitalist near Austell, 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. Tefera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tibebu Tefera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tefera is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Wellstar Windy Hill, Wellstar Cobb 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
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Is Tibebu Tefera accepting new patients in Austell, GA?
Yes, Dr. Tibebu Tefera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tibebu Tefera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tefera's office at (470) 644-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tibebu Tefera?
Please contact Dr. Tefera's office at (470) 644-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tibebu Tefera have?
Dr. Tibebu Tefera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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