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Dr. Lemeneh Tefera, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

San Francisco, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tefera, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Lemeneh Tefera, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Tefera completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Tefera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tefera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tefera’s office at (212) 563-2497.

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

    • Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Tefera board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Lemeneh Tefera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tefera typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tefera typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lemeneh Tefera may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tefera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tefera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tefera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 563-2497 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tefera accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Tefera in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • North East Medical Services

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tefera's office located?

    Dr. Lemeneh Tefera's Primary Practice

    450 Stanyan St

    San Francisco, CA 94117

    (212) 563-2497

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    Dr. Lemeneh Tefera's Practice 2

    27200 Calaroga Ave

    Hayward, CA 94545

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    Dr. Lemeneh Tefera's Practice 3

    350 S Oak Ave

    Oakdale, CA 95361

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    What is Dr. Tefera's NPI number?A 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 1881780849.

    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. Lemeneh Tefera's specialty?

    Dr. Tefera is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Lemeneh Tefera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tefera is affiliated with Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Lemeneh Tefera accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lemeneh Tefera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lemeneh Tefera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tefera's office at (212) 563-2497 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lemeneh Tefera?

    Please contact Dr. Tefera's office at (212) 563-2497 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tefera's office located?

    Dr. Tefera's offices are located in San Francisco, CA, Hayward, CA, and Oakdale, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lemeneh Tefera have?

    Dr. Lemeneh Tefera is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.