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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yishak, Internist in Woodbridge, VA?
Dr. Aklilu Yishak is an Internist, who primarily practices in Woodbridge, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Yishak graduated from Addis Ababa University and completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Nephrology; Carilion Health System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Yishak is fluent in English, Amharic, and Tigrinya, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yishak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yishak’s office.
Where did Dr. Yishak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Nephrology; Carilion Health System, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia) | Addis Ababa University
Is Dr. Yishak board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Aklilu Yishak is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yishak speak?
Dr. Yishak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
Tigrinya
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Yishak typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Yishak 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. Yishak. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Yishak typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Aklilu Yishak may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Yishak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yishak accept my insurance?
Dr. Yishak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yishak accept in Woodbridge, VA?
Dr. Yishak in Woodbridge, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Yishak's office located?
What is Dr. Yishak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yishak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417012691.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yishak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yishak
What is Dr. Aklilu Yishak's specialty?
Dr. Yishak is a Internist near Woodbridge, VA.
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. Aklilu Yishak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yishak is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Aklilu Yishak accepting new patients in Woodbridge, VA?
Yes, Dr. Aklilu Yishak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aklilu Yishak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yishak's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aklilu Yishak?
Please contact Dr. Yishak's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aklilu Yishak have?
Dr. Aklilu Yishak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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