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16 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tessema, Otolaryngologist in Farmington, CT?
Dr. Belachew Tessema, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Farmington, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Tessema is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tessema’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tessema’s office at (860) 284-4950.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tessema?
Dr. Belachew Tessema, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tessema empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sinus Tumors, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Farmington/CT community, Dr. Tessema is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Tessema board certified in Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Belachew Tessema, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Tessema speak?
Dr. Tessema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does Dr. Tessema treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Tessema 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. Tessema. 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:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Frontal Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Ethmoid sinus inflammation
- Chronic forehead sinus infection
- Persistent frontal sinus inflammation
- Frontal rhinosinusitis
- Rhinosinusitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
- J322: Chronic ethmoidal sinusitis
- J321: Chronic frontal sinusitis
- J328: Other chronic sinusitis
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Hearing Impairment
- Deafness
- Poor Hearing
- Nerve hearing loss
- Inner ear hearing loss
- Permanent hearing loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H9190: Unspecified hearing loss, unspecified ear
- H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Nasal Cancer
- Nasal Cavity Cancer
- Nose Cancer
- Malignant Nasal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C300: Malignant neoplasm of nasal cavity
Also known as:
- Ringing in Ears
- Tinnitus
- Ear Ringing
- Head Noise
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9319: Tinnitus, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- BPPV
- Positional vertigo
- Inner ear dizziness
- Crystal ear problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H8110: Benign paroxysmal vertigo, unspecified ear
Which procedures does Dr. Tessema perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Belachew Tessema may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tessema's office.
Does Dr. Tessema accept my insurance?
Dr. Tessema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 284-4950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tessema accept in Farmington, CT?
Dr. Tessema in Farmington, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CarePartners of Connecticut
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tessema's office located?
What is Dr. Tessema's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tessema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417005000.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tessema?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tessema
What is Dr. Belachew Tessema's specialty?
Dr. Tessema is a Otolaryngologist near Farmington, CT. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Tessema to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Belachew Tessema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tessema is affiliated with UConn John Dempsey Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, CT 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 Belachew Tessema accepting new patients in Farmington, CT?
Yes, Dr. Belachew Tessema is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Belachew Tessema offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tessema's office at (860) 284-4950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Belachew Tessema?
Please contact Dr. Tessema's office at (860) 284-4950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Belachew Tessema have?
Dr. Belachew Tessema is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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