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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tafa, Internist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Muleta Tafa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tafa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tafa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tafa’s office at (507) 625-4031.
What languages does Dr. Tafa speak?
Dr. Tafa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tafa treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tafa 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. Tafa. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Which procedures does Dr. Tafa perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Muleta Tafa 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tafa's office.
Does Dr. Tafa accept my insurance?
Dr. Tafa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 625-4031 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tafa accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Tafa in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CommuniCare Advantage
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Partners Plans
Jai Medical Systems Healthchoice
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
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Where is Dr. Tafa's office located?
Dr. Muleta Tafa's Primary Practice
2411 W Belvedere Ave
Baltimore, MD 21215
(507) 625-4031
What is Dr. Tafa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tafa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053623876.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tafa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tafa
What is Dr. Muleta Tafa's specialty?
Dr. Tafa is a Internist near Baltimore, MD.
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.
Contact Dr. Tafa to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Muleta Tafa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tafa is affiliated with Sinai Hospital - Baltimore 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Muleta Tafa accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Muleta Tafa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muleta Tafa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tafa's office at (507) 625-4031 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muleta Tafa?
Please contact Dr. Tafa's office at (507) 625-4031 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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