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51 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Rufael, Internist in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Gebreye Rufael, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified. Dr. Rufael graduated from Hadassah Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Union Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rufael is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rufael’s office at (410) 992-4666.
Where did Dr. Rufael go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Union Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Maryland Program
Medical School: The Hebrew Univ- Hadassah Med Sch- Jerusalem- Israel | Hadassah Medical School
Is Dr. Rufael board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gebreye Rufael, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rufael speak?
Dr. Rufael and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does Dr. Rufael treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Rufael 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. Rufael. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Toxic Multinodular Goiter
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
- Toxic Multinodular Goiter
- Overactive Lumpy Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0520: Thyrotoxicosis with toxic multinodular goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- High Prolactin Levels
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hyperprolactinemia
- Excess Prolactin
- Prolactinoma
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E221: Hyperprolactinemia
- E230: Hypopituitarism
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
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:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
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:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
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
Which procedures does Dr. Rufael perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gebreye Rufael 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. Rufael's office.
Does Dr. Rufael accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Rufael's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Rufael's office located?
Dr. Gebreye Rufael's Primary Practice
10840 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste 302
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 992-4666
What is Dr. Rufael's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rufael's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659317048.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rufael?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rufael
What is Dr. Gebreye Rufael's specialty?
Dr. Rufael is a Internist near Columbia, MD.
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. Rufael to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gebreye Rufael affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rufael 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 Gebreye Rufael accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?
Yes, Dr. Gebreye Rufael is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gebreye Rufael offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rufael's office at (410) 992-4666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gebreye Rufael?
Please contact Dr. Rufael's office at (410) 992-4666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gebreye Rufael have?
Dr. Gebreye Rufael is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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