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Who is Dr. Bekele, Internist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Zerihun Bekele, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD. He is board certified. Dr. Bekele graduated from Addis Ababa University. Dr. Bekele is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bekele’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bekele’s office at (410) 601-9000.
Where did Dr. Bekele go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Addis Ababa University
What languages does Dr. Bekele speak?
Dr. Bekele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bekele treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Bekele 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. Bekele. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Which procedures does Dr. Bekele perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Zerihun Bekele may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bekele's office.
Does Dr. Bekele accept my insurance?
Dr. Bekele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 601-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bekele accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Bekele in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CommuniCare Advantage
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Jai Medical Systems Healthchoice
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
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Where is Dr. Bekele's office located?
Dr. Zerihun Bekele's Primary Practice
2435 W Belvedere Ave
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 601-9000
What is Dr. Bekele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bekele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376960625.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bekele?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bekele
What is Dr. Zerihun Bekele's specialty?
Dr. Bekele is a Internist near Baltimore, MD.
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. Bekele to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Zerihun Bekele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bekele is affiliated with Sinai Hospital - Baltimore 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
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Is Zerihun Bekele accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
No, Dr. Zerihun Bekele is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zerihun Bekele offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bekele's office at (410) 601-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zerihun Bekele?
Please contact Dr. Bekele's office at (410) 601-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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