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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lemma, Hospitalist in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Sirak Lemma, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Lemma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lemma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lemma’s office at (410) 309-4600.
Where did Dr. Lemma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia)
Is Dr. Lemma board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Sirak Lemma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lemma speak?
Dr. Lemma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lemma typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lemma 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. Lemma. 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:
- 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lemma typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sirak Lemma may include:
Please contact Dr. Lemma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lemma accept my insurance?
Dr. Lemma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 309-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lemma accept in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Lemma in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lemma's office located?
Dr. Sirak Lemma's Primary Practice
7070 Samuel Morse Dr
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 309-4600
What is Dr. Lemma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lemma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255403523.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lemma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lemma
What is Dr. Sirak Lemma's specialty?
Dr. Lemma is a Hospitalist near Columbia, MD.
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. Sirak Lemma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lemma is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Um Baltimore Washington Medical Center, Um Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Bel Air 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 Sirak Lemma accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?
Yes, Dr. Sirak Lemma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sirak Lemma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lemma's office at (410) 309-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sirak Lemma?
Please contact Dr. Lemma's office at (410) 309-4600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sirak Lemma have?
Dr. Sirak Lemma is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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