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Dr. Aklilu Zerihun, MD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zerihun, Internist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Aklilu Zerihun, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zerihun is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zerihun’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zerihun’s office at (202) 865-1773.

    What languages does Dr. Zerihun speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Zerihun treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Zerihun 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. Zerihun. 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:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Which procedures does Dr. Zerihun perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Aklilu Zerihun may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zerihun accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zerihun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 865-1773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zerihun accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Zerihun in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

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    Where is Dr. Zerihun's office located?

    Dr. Aklilu Zerihun's Primary Practice

    2041 Georgia Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20060

    (202) 865-1773

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    Dr. Aklilu Zerihun's Practice 2

    1001 Sam Perry Blvd

    Fredericksbrg, VA 22401

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    Dr. Aklilu Zerihun's Practice 3

    125 Hospital Center Blvd

    Stafford, VA 22554

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

    Dr. Zerihun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689092579.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zerihun?

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

    What is Dr. Aklilu Zerihun's specialty?

    Dr. Zerihun is a Internist near Washington, DC.

    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. Zerihun to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Aklilu Zerihun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zerihun is affiliated with Mary Washington Hospital, Stafford Hospital 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 Aklilu Zerihun accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Aklilu Zerihun is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aklilu Zerihun offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zerihun's office at (202) 865-1773 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Aklilu Zerihun?

    Please contact Dr. Zerihun's office at (202) 865-1773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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