31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ayele, Internist in Los Alamitos, CA?
Dr. Etsegenet Ayele, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Alamitos, CA. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Ayele graduated from Altai State Medical University and completed her residency at Capital Hlth Sys-Fuld Campus, Internal Medicine. She is a member of the MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. Ayele is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayele’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayele’s office at (562) 598-0600.
Where did Dr. Ayele go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Capital Hlth Sys-Fuld Campus, Internal Medicine | Capital Health System At Helen Fuld Medical Center | Helene Fuld Medical Center | Capital Health Regional Medical Center Program
Medical School: Minsk Med Inst, Minsk, Belarus | Minsk State Institute Of Medicine | Altai State Medical University
Is Dr. Ayele board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Etsegenet Ayele, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ayele speak?
Dr. Ayele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ayele typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ayele 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. Ayele. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ayele typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Ayele performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ayele. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Ayele accept my insurance?
Dr. Ayele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 598-0600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ayele accept in Los Alamitos, CA?
Dr. Ayele in Los Alamitos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ayele's office located?
Dr. Etsegenet Ayele's Primary Practice
5122 Katella Ave Ste 210
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
(562) 598-0600
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Etsegenet Ayele?
Dr. Ayele has appointments available at her Los Alamitos, CA office. Please select a date and time below.
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
MemorialCare Physician Society
Member
What is Dr. Ayele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ayele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588752778.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayele?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ayele
What is Dr. Etsegenet Ayele's specialty?
Dr. Ayele is a Internist near Los Alamitos, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Etsegenet Ayele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ayele is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Etsegenet Ayele accepting new patients in Los Alamitos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Etsegenet Ayele is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Etsegenet Ayele offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ayele, or call (562) 598-0600 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Etsegenet Ayele?
Please contact Dr. Ayele's office at (562) 598-0600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Etsegenet Ayele have?
Dr. Etsegenet Ayele is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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