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Dr. Besrat Mesfin, MD

Dr. Besrat Mesfin, MD

Anesthesiologist

Washington, DC

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mesfin, Anesthesiologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Besrat Mesfin, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Mesfin graduated from Spartan Health Sciences University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Howard Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Mesfin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mesfin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mesfin’s office at (202) 865-6679.

    Where did Dr. Mesfin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Howard Univ Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Spartan Hlth Sci University, Vieux Fort, St Lucia | Spartan Health Sciences University, School of Medicine,Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia | Spartan Health Sciences University School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mesfin speak?

    Dr. Mesfin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mesfin typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mesfin 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. Mesfin. 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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mesfin typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Besrat Mesfin may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mesfin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mesfin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mesfin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 865-6679 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mesfin accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Mesfin in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Riverside Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mesfin's office located?

    Dr. Besrat Mesfin's Primary Practice

    2041 Georgia Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20060

    (202) 865-6679

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    Dr. Besrat Mesfin's Practice 2

    8905 Fairview Rd

    Silver Spring, MD 20910

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    What hospitals are Dr. Mesfin affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Mesfin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Howard University Hospital,Washington, DC

    What is Dr. Mesfin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mesfin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508936006.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mesfin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mesfin

    What is Dr. Besrat Mesfin's specialty?

    Dr. Mesfin is an Anesthesiologist near Washington, DC.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Besrat Mesfin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mesfin is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Besrat Mesfin accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Besrat Mesfin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Besrat Mesfin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mesfin's office at (202) 865-6679 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Besrat Mesfin?

    Please contact Dr. Mesfin's office at (202) 865-6679 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mesfin's office located?

    Dr. Mesfin's offices are located in Washington, DC and Silver Spring, MD.