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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tamrat, Cardiologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Ruth Tamrat, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tamrat is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tamrat’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tamrat’s office at (410) 955-5000.
What languages does Dr. Tamrat speak?
Dr. Tamrat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Tamrat typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Tamrat 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. Tamrat. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Tamrat typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruth Tamrat may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Tamrat's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tamrat accept my insurance?
Dr. Tamrat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 955-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tamrat accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Tamrat in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tamrat's office located?
Dr. Ruth Tamrat's Primary Practice
2041 Georgia Ave NW
Washington, DC 20060
(410) 955-5000
What is Dr. Tamrat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tamrat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952641094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tamrat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tamrat
What is Dr. Ruth Tamrat's specialty?
Dr. Tamrat is a Cardiologist near Washington, DC.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Ruth Tamrat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tamrat is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ruth Tamrat accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Tamrat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruth Tamrat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tamrat's office at (410) 955-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruth Tamrat?
Please contact Dr. Tamrat's office at (410) 955-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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