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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tebeje, Internist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Legesse Tebeje, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Tebeje completed his residency at West Virginia Univ Hosps, Internal Medicine; Frankford Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Tebeje is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tebeje’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tebeje’s office at (404) 466-1170.
Where did Dr. Tebeje go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: West Virginia Univ Hosps, Internal Medicine; Frankford Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia)
Is Dr. Tebeje board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Legesse Tebeje, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tebeje speak?
Dr. Tebeje and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tebeje typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tebeje 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. Tebeje. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tebeje typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Legesse Tebeje 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. Tebeje's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tebeje accept my insurance?
Dr. Tebeje accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 466-1170 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tebeje accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Tebeje in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tebeje's office located?
What is Dr. Tebeje's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tebeje's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124074513.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tebeje?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tebeje
What is Dr. Legesse Tebeje's specialty?
Dr. Tebeje is a Internist near Augusta, GA.
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. Legesse Tebeje affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tebeje is affiliated with Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown 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 Legesse Tebeje accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Legesse Tebeje is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Legesse Tebeje offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tebeje's office at (404) 466-1170 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Legesse Tebeje?
Please contact Dr. Tebeje's office at (404) 466-1170 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Legesse Tebeje have?
Dr. Legesse Tebeje is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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