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Dr. Daniel Teklay, MD

Santa Clara, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Teklay, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Santa Clara, CA?

    Dr. Daniel Teklay, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Teklay is fluent in English, Amharic, and Tigrinya, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teklay’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Teklay’s office at (408) 851-1000.

    Is Dr. Teklay board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Teklay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Teklay speak?

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

    • Amharic

    • English

    • Tigrinya

    What conditions does Dr. Teklay treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Teklay 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. Teklay. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, 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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Other Tooth Problems
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Dental Issues
    • Tooth Ailments
    • Oral Health Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Which procedures does Dr. Teklay perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Daniel Teklay may include:

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

    Does Dr. Teklay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Teklay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 851-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Teklay accept in Santa Clara, CA?

    Dr. Teklay in Santa Clara, 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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Johns Hopkins

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Teklay's office located?

    Dr. Daniel Teklay's Primary Practice

    700 Lawrence Expy

    Santa Clara, CA 95051

    (408) 851-1000

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    Dr. Daniel Teklay's Practice 2

    201 E University Pkwy

    Baltimore, MD 21218

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    Dr. Daniel Teklay's Practice 3

    5601 Loch Raven Blvd

    Baltimore, MD 21239

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

    Dr. Teklay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558417204.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teklay?

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

    What is Dr. Daniel Teklay's specialty?

    Dr. Teklay is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Santa Clara, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Teklay to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Daniel Teklay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Teklay is affiliated with Medstar Union Memorial 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Daniel Teklay accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Teklay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Teklay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Teklay's office at (408) 851-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Daniel Teklay?

    Please contact Dr. Teklay's office at (408) 851-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Teklay have?

    Dr. Daniel Teklay is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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