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Dr. Getachew Teshome, MD
Baltimore, MD
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Teshome, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Getachew Teshome, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Teshome is fluent in English, Amharic, and Samaritan Aramaic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teshome’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Teshome’s office.
Where did Dr. Teshome go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia)
What languages does Dr. Teshome speak?
Dr. Teshome and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
Samaritan Aramaic
What conditions does Dr. Teshome treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Teshome 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. Teshome. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
- Enteroviral Stomatitis
- Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
- HFMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
- B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Which procedures does Dr. Teshome perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Getachew Teshome may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Teshome's office.
Does Dr. Teshome accept my insurance?
Dr. Teshome accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Teshome accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Teshome in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Jai Medical Systems Healthchoice
Kaiser Permanente
Riverside Health
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Maryland
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Where is Dr. Teshome's office located?
What is Dr. Teshome's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Teshome's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144256868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teshome?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Teshome
What is Dr. Getachew Teshome's specialty?
Dr. Teshome is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baltimore, MD. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Teshome to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Getachew Teshome affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Teshome is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Of Maryland Medical Center. 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 Getachew Teshome accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Getachew Teshome is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Getachew Teshome offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Teshome's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Getachew Teshome?
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