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Who is Dr. Befekadu, Internist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Merone Befekadu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Befekadu is fluent in English, Amharic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Befekadu’s office at (510) 752-1000.
What languages does Dr. Befekadu speak?
Dr. Befekadu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Befekadu treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Befekadu 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. Befekadu. 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:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
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:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Hyperglycemia
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
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:
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
- Papillary Thyroid Cancer
- Follicular Thyroid Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85850: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of thyroid
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Which procedures does Dr. Befekadu perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Merone Befekadu 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Befekadu's office.
Does Dr. Befekadu accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Befekadu's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Befekadu's office located?
Dr. Merone Befekadu's Primary Practice
275 W MacArthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 752-1000
What is Dr. Befekadu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Befekadu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285867507.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Befekadu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Befekadu
What is Dr. Merone Befekadu's specialty?
Dr. Befekadu is a Internist near Oakland, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Befekadu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Merone Befekadu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Befekadu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Merone Befekadu accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Merone Befekadu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merone Befekadu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Befekadu's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merone Befekadu?
Please contact Dr. Befekadu's office at (510) 752-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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