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Who is Dr. Teklu, Cytopathologist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Abebe Teklu, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Teklu is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teklu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Teklu’s office at (916) 734-3331.
What languages does Dr. Teklu speak?
Dr. Teklu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does Dr. Teklu treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Teklu 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. Teklu. 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:
- High-Risk HPV Detected in Cervix
- HPV
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Positive High-Risk Cervical HPV Test
- High-Risk Human Papillomavirus of Cervix
- Cervical HPV Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87810: Cervical high risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Cancer Screening
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- General Cancer Screening
- Unspecified Cancer Check
- Screening for Rare Cancers
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1289: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other sites
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Moderate Cervical Dysplasia
- Cervix Disorder
- CIN 2
- Moderate Abnormal Cervical Cells
- Precancerous Cervical Changes
- Moderate Cervical Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- N871: Moderate cervical dysplasia
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma
- Fibromyoma
- Myoma
- Uterine growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Which procedures does Dr. Teklu perform as a Cytopathologist?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Abebe Teklu may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Teklu's office.
Does Dr. Teklu accept my insurance?
Dr. Teklu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-3331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Teklu accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Teklu in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Contra Costa
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
Samaritan Health Services
San Francisco Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Teklu's office located?
What is Dr. Teklu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Teklu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629449467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teklu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Teklu
What is Dr. Abebe Teklu's specialty?
Dr. Teklu is a Cytopathologist near Oakland, CA. A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists. Contact Dr. Teklu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Abebe Teklu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Teklu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Oakland Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Abebe Teklu accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Abebe Teklu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abebe Teklu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Teklu's office at (916) 734-3331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abebe Teklu?
Please contact Dr. Teklu's office at (916) 734-3331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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