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23 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meshesha, Surgeon in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Abiy Meshesha, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Meshesha graduated from Addis Ababa University and completed his residency at Addis Ababa University. Dr. Meshesha is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meshesha’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meshesha’s office at (559) 636-8600.
Where did Dr. Meshesha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Addis Ababa University | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Jimma Hlth Sci Inst, Jimma, Ethiopia | Jimma University, Faculty Of Medicial Sciences | Addis Ababa University
Is Dr. Meshesha board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Abiy Meshesha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Meshesha speak?
Dr. Meshesha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does Dr. Meshesha treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Meshesha 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. Meshesha. 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:
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
- Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
- Gallbladder problems
- Biliary tract disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K828: Other specified diseases of gallbladder
Also known as:
- Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Obstructed Groin Hernia (Both Sides)
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Inguinal Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
- Incisional Hernia with Blockage
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Groin Hernia
- Strangulated Groin Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K4000: Bilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Groin Hernia with Blockage
- Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
- Obstructed Groin Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
Which procedures does Dr. Meshesha perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Abiy Meshesha may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Meshesha's office.
Does Dr. Meshesha accept my insurance?
Dr. Meshesha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 636-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meshesha accept in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Meshesha in Visalia, 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
Bright Health
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Humana
Managed Care of America
Medicare
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State of California
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Where is Dr. Meshesha's office located?
Dr. Abiy Meshesha's Primary Practice
5421 W Hillsdale Ave
Visalia, CA 93291
(559) 636-8600
What is Dr. Meshesha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meshesha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639319783.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meshesha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meshesha
What is Dr. Abiy Meshesha's specialty?
Dr. Meshesha is a Surgeon near Visalia, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Meshesha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Abiy Meshesha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meshesha is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center 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 Abiy Meshesha accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Abiy Meshesha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abiy Meshesha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meshesha's office at (559) 636-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abiy Meshesha?
Please contact Dr. Meshesha's office at (559) 636-8600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Abiy Meshesha have?
Dr. Abiy Meshesha is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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