28 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Weldetensae, Cardiologist in Modesto, CA?
Dr. Shewit Weldetensae, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Modesto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Weldetensae graduated from Addis Ababa University. Dr. Weldetensae is fluent in English, Amharic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weldetensae’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weldetensae’s office at (209) 577-5557.
Where did Dr. Weldetensae go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia) | Addis Ababa University
What languages does Dr. Weldetensae speak?
Dr. Weldetensae and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Weldetensae typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Weldetensae 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. Weldetensae. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Weldetensae typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Weldetensae performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Weldetensae. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Weldetensae accept my insurance?
Dr. Weldetensae accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 577-5557 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Weldetensae accept in Modesto, CA?
Dr. Weldetensae in Modesto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Weldetensae's office located?
Dr. Shewit Weldetensae's Primary Practice
1409 E Briggsmore Ave
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 577-5557
What is Dr. Weldetensae's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Weldetensae's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972550150.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weldetensae?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Weldetensae
What is Dr. Shewit Weldetensae's specialty?
Dr. Weldetensae is a Cardiologist near Modesto, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Shewit Weldetensae affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Weldetensae is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shewit Weldetensae accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shewit Weldetensae is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shewit Weldetensae offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Weldetensae's office at (209) 577-5557 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shewit Weldetensae?
Please contact Dr. Weldetensae's office at (209) 577-5557 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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