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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desta, Hospitalist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Dereje Desta, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Desta graduated from Jimma Health Science Institute and is currently affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital. Dr. Desta is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desta’s office.
Where did Dr. Desta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Jimma Health Science Institute
Is Dr. Desta board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Dereje Desta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desta speak?
Dr. Desta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Desta typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Desta 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. Desta. 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Desta typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Dereje Desta may include:
Please contact Dr. Desta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Desta accept my insurance?
Dr. Desta 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. Desta accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Desta in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Verda Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Desta's office located?
What is Dr. Desta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427289321.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desta
What is Dr. Dereje Desta's specialty?
Dr. Desta is a Hospitalist near Houston, TX.
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. Dereje Desta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desta is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood 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 Dereje Desta accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Dereje Desta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dereje Desta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desta's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dereje Desta?
Please contact Dr. Desta's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dereje Desta have?
Dr. Dereje Desta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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