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Dr. Ruth Getachew, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Getachew, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Ruth Getachew, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Getachew is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Getachew’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Getachew’s office at (310) 534-7600.

    What languages does Dr. Getachew speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Getachew treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Getachew 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. Getachew. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
    • Vaccine Refusal
    • Patient Declined Vaccination
    • Unvaccinated by Choice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Which procedures does Dr. Getachew perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ruth Getachew may include:

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

    Does Dr. Getachew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Getachew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 534-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Getachew accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Getachew in Los Angeles, 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

    • AllCare Health Plan

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Getachew's office located?

    Dr. Ruth Getachew's Primary Practice

    1550 W Manchester Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90047

    (310) 534-7600

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    Dr. Ruth Getachew's Practice 2

    1403 Lomita Blvd Ste 100

    Harbor City, CA 90710

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    Dr. Ruth Getachew's Practice 3

    6041 Cadillac Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90034

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

    Dr. Getachew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215310750.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Getachew?

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

    What is Dr. Ruth Getachew's specialty?

    Dr. Getachew is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Getachew to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruth Getachew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Getachew is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical 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

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    Is Ruth Getachew accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Getachew is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruth Getachew offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Getachew's office at (310) 534-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruth Getachew?

    Please contact Dr. Getachew's office at (310) 534-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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