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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tefera, Internist in Alexandria, VA?
Dr. Girma Tefera, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Tefera completed his residency at Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center. Dr. Tefera is fluent in English, Amharic, German, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tefera’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tefera’s office at (703) 823-4000.
Where did Dr. Tefera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia)
What languages does Dr. Tefera speak?
Dr. Tefera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
German
Italian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tefera typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tefera 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. Tefera. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tefera typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Girma Tefera 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. Tefera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tefera accept my insurance?
Dr. Tefera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 823-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tefera accept in Alexandria, VA?
Dr. Tefera in Alexandria, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tefera's office located?
What is Dr. Tefera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tefera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144429127.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tefera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tefera
What is Dr. Girma Tefera's specialty?
Dr. Tefera is a Internist near Alexandria, VA.
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. Girma Tefera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tefera is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Girma Tefera accepting new patients in Alexandria, VA?
Yes, Dr. Girma Tefera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Girma Tefera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tefera's office at (703) 823-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Girma Tefera?
Please contact Dr. Tefera's office at (703) 823-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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