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Dr. Yodit Benalfew, MD

Dr. Yodit Benalfew, MD

Fairfax, VA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benalfew, Internist in Fairfax, VA?

    Dr. Yodit Benalfew, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fairfax, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Benalfew graduated from Akademia Medyczna. Dr. Benalfew is fluent in English, Amharic, and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benalfew’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benalfew’s office at (703) 934-5700.

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

    • Medical School: Akademia Med Im Karola Marcinkowskiego | Akademia Medyczna | Avicina Medical Academy

    Is Dr. Benalfew board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Yodit Benalfew, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Benalfew speak?

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

    • Amharic

    • English

    • Polish

    What conditions does Dr. Benalfew treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Benalfew 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. Benalfew. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Slurred Speech
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Dysarthria
    • Difficulty Articulating
    • Unclear Speech after Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69322: Dysarthria following cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Benalfew perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Yodit Benalfew may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Benalfew's office.

    Does Dr. Benalfew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benalfew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 934-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benalfew accept in Fairfax, VA?

    Dr. Benalfew in Fairfax, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Benalfew's office located?

    Dr. Yodit Benalfew's Primary Practice

    12255 Fair Lakes Pkwy

    Fairfax, VA 22033

    (703) 934-5700

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    Dr. Yodit Benalfew's Practice 2

    1890 Metro Center Dr

    Reston, VA 20190

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    Dr. Yodit Benalfew's Practice 3

    14139 Potomac Mills Rd

    Woodbridge, VA 22192

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

    Dr. Benalfew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699847186.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benalfew?

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

    What is Dr. Yodit Benalfew's specialty?

    Dr. Benalfew is a Internist near Fairfax, VA.

    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. Benalfew to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Yodit Benalfew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benalfew is affiliated with VHC Health - Virginia Hospital Center, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Yodit Benalfew accepting new patients in Fairfax, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Yodit Benalfew is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yodit Benalfew offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benalfew's office at (703) 934-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Yodit Benalfew?

    Please contact Dr. Benalfew's office at (703) 934-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Yodit Benalfew have?

    Dr. Yodit Benalfew is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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