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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tesfai, Internist in Lancaster, SC?
Dr. Mebrahtom Tesfai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Tesfai graduated from Addis Ababa University and completed his residency at Interfaith Medical Center Program. Dr. Tesfai is fluent in English and Tigrinya, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tesfai’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tesfai’s office at (803) 286-1214.
Where did Dr. Tesfai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Interfaith Medical Center Program
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia) | Addis Ababa University
Is Dr. Tesfai board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mebrahtom Tesfai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tesfai speak?
Dr. Tesfai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tigrinya
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tesfai typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tesfai 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. Tesfai. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tesfai typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Mebrahtom Tesfai 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. Tesfai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tesfai accept my insurance?
Dr. Tesfai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 286-1214 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tesfai accept in Lancaster, SC?
Dr. Tesfai in Lancaster, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tesfai's office located?
Dr. Mebrahtom Tesfai's Primary Practice
800 W Meeting St
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 286-1214
What is Dr. Tesfai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tesfai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023297397.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tesfai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tesfai
What is Dr. Mebrahtom Tesfai's specialty?
Dr. Tesfai is a Internist near Lancaster, SC.
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. Mebrahtom Tesfai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tesfai is affiliated with Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Atrium Health Pineville 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 Mebrahtom Tesfai accepting new patients in Lancaster, SC?
Yes, Dr. Mebrahtom Tesfai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mebrahtom Tesfai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tesfai's office at (803) 286-1214 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mebrahtom Tesfai?
Please contact Dr. Tesfai's office at (803) 286-1214 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mebrahtom Tesfai have?
Dr. Mebrahtom Tesfai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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