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Dr. Kidist Yimam, MD

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yimam, Transplant Hepatologist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Kidist Yimam, MD is a Transplant Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Yimam is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yimam’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yimam’s office at (916) 732-4380.

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

    • Medical School: University of Nevada Reno

    Is Dr. Yimam board certified as a Transplant Hepatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kidist Yimam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yimam speak?

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

    • Amharic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Yimam treat?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Yimam 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. Yimam. 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:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Primary biliary cholangitis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Cryptogenic cirrhosis
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • Primary biliary cirrhosis
    • PBC
    • Autoimmune bile duct disease
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
    • K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites

    Also known as:

    • Autoimmune hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Disease
    • Hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Hepatitis
    • AIH
    • Autoimmune liver disease
    • Chronic autoimmune hepatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K754: Autoimmune hepatitis

    Also known as:

    • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
    • Blocked Bile Duct
    • Other Bile Duct Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
    • PSC
    • Chronic Inflammatory Bile Duct Disease
    • Sclerosing Cholangitis
    • Biliary Obstruction
    • Bile Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Bile Duct
    • Miscellaneous Cholangitis
    • Unspecified Bile Duct Infection
    • Other Types of Cholangitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8301: Primary sclerosing cholangitis
    • K831: Obstruction of bile duct
    • K8309: Other cholangitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
    • Unspecified high enzymes
    • Various enzyme abnormalities
    • Abnormal serum enzyme levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant Complication
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Liver Transplant
    • Hepatic Transplant Complication
    • Liver Graft Problem
    • Post-Liver Transplant Issue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8640: Unspecified complication of liver transplant

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis B
    • Long-term Hepatitis B
    • Persistent Hepatitis B
    • Hep B

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Liver Failure
    • Liver Disease
    • Hepatic insufficiency
    • Liver dysfunction
    • End-stage liver disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7290: Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Immune Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Weak Immune System
    • Immune System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Hereditary pancreatitis
    • Long-Term Pancreas Inflammation
    • Ongoing Pancreatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K861: Other chronic pancreatitis

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant Aftercare
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Liver Transplant
    • Post-liver transplant care
    • Liver recipient follow-up
    • Liver transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant

    Also known as:

    • Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NASH
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
    • Fatty liver inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)

    What procedures does Dr. Yimam perform?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Yimam performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Yimam. 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:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Also known as:

    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Catheter Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration
    • Transcatheter tissue sample
    • Minimally invasive biopsy
    • Biopsy using catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
    • 37200: Transcatheter biopsy

    Also known as:

    • Specialized Vein Catheter Placement
    • Selective Artery Catheter Placement
    • Selective Venous Catheterization
    • Deep Vein Catheter Insertion
    • Diagnostic Vein Catheter
    • Arterial Catheterization
    • Vascular Catheter Placement
    • Diagnostic Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36012: Selective catheter placement, venous system; second order, or more selective, branch (eg, left adrenal vein, petrosal sinus)
    • 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Yimam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yimam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 732-4380 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yimam accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Yimam in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Gordon Food Service

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yimam's office located?

    Dr. Kidist Yimam's Primary Practice

    1315 Alhambra Blvd Ste 210

    Sacramento, CA 95816

    (916) 732-4380

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    Dr. Kidist Yimam's Practice 2

    3883 Airway Dr

    Santa Rosa, CA 95403

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    Dr. Kidist Yimam's Practice 3

    34 Mark West Springs Rd

    Santa Rosa, CA 95403

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

    Dr. Yimam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639321839.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yimam?

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

    What is Dr. Kidist Yimam's specialty?

    Dr. Yimam is a Transplant Hepatologist near Sacramento, CA. An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes. Contact Dr. Yimam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kidist Yimam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yimam is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus 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

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    Is Kidist Yimam accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kidist Yimam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kidist Yimam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yimam's office at (916) 732-4380 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kidist Yimam?

    Please contact Dr. Yimam's office at (916) 732-4380 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kidist Yimam have?

    Dr. Kidist Yimam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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