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Dr. Getachew Teshome, MD
Baltimore, MD
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Teshome is fluent in English, Amharic, and Samaritan Aramaic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teshome’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Teshome typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Teshome typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Teshome's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Jai Medical Systems
Kaiser Permanente
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Getachew Teshome affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Teshome is affiliated with Medstar Harbor Hospital, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, University Of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center 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 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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?
Please contact Dr. Teshome's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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