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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tioum, Internist in Fort Payne, AL?
Dr. Getnet Tioum, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Payne, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tioum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tioum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tioum’s office.
What languages does Dr. Tioum speak?
Dr. Tioum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tioum typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tioum 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. Tioum. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tioum typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Getnet Tioum may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Tioum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tioum accept my insurance?
Dr. Tioum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tioum accept in Fort Payne, AL?
Dr. Tioum in Fort Payne, AL 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)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Maryland
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tioum's office located?
What is Dr. Tioum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tioum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972036721.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tioum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tioum
What is Dr. Getnet Tioum's specialty?
Dr. Tioum is a Internist near Fort Payne, AL.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Getnet Tioum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tioum is affiliated with Meritus Health, Adventhealth Gordon, Dekalb Regional Medical Center 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 Getnet Tioum accepting new patients in Fort Payne, AL?
Yes, Dr. Getnet Tioum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Getnet Tioum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tioum's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Getnet Tioum?
Please contact Dr. Tioum's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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