19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asgedom, Hospitalist in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Meheret Asgedom, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Asgedom graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Asgedom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asgedom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asgedom’s office at (510) 307-1500.
Where did Dr. Asgedom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
What languages does Dr. Asgedom speak?
Dr. Asgedom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Asgedom typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Asgedom 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. Asgedom. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Asgedom typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Meheret Asgedom may include:
Please contact Dr. Asgedom's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Asgedom accept my insurance?
Dr. Asgedom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 307-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asgedom accept in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Asgedom in Richmond, 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
Central Health
Community Health Network of Washington
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Samaritan Health Services
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Asgedom's office located?
What is Dr. Asgedom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asgedom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346325016.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asgedom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asgedom
What is Dr. Meheret Asgedom's specialty?
Dr. Asgedom is a Hospitalist near Richmond, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Meheret Asgedom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asgedom is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Meheret Asgedom accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?
Yes, Dr. Meheret Asgedom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meheret Asgedom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asgedom's office at (510) 307-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meheret Asgedom?
Please contact Dr. Asgedom's office at (510) 307-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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