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Dr. Almaz Dessie, MD
Providence, RI
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dessie, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Almaz Dessie, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Dessie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dessie’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dessie’s office at (212) 305-9825.
What languages does Dr. Dessie speak?
Dr. Dessie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dessie treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dessie 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. Dessie. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Conduct Disorder
- Child Behavior Disorder
- Childhood behavioral problems
- Disruptive behavior disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F919: Conduct disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cut on Lip
- Mouth Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Deep cut on lip
- Lip laceration
- Torn lip
- Lip gash
ICD-10 Codes:
- S01511A: Laceration without foreign body of lip, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Violent Behavior
- Mental Disorder
- Aggressive behavior
- Acts of violence
- Impulsive aggression
ICD-10 Codes:
- R456: Violent behavior
Which procedures does Dr. Dessie perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Almaz Dessie may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dessie's office.
Does Dr. Dessie accept my insurance?
Dr. Dessie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-9825 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dessie accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Dessie in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plans
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Rhode Island
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dessie's office located?
What is Dr. Dessie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dessie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295087153.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dessie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dessie
What is Dr. Almaz Dessie's specialty?
Dr. Dessie is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Providence, RI. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Dessie to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Almaz Dessie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dessie is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital 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 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Almaz Dessie accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Almaz Dessie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Almaz Dessie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dessie's office at (212) 305-9825 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Almaz Dessie?
Please contact Dr. Dessie's office at (212) 305-9825 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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