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Who is Dr. Waktola, Internist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Ashenafi Waktola, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD. He is board certified. Dr. Waktola is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waktola’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waktola’s office at (301) 920-0721.
Where did Dr. Waktola go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia)
What languages does Dr. Waktola speak?
Dr. Waktola and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does Dr. Waktola treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Waktola 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. Waktola. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
- Z6832: Body mass index [BMI] 32.0-32.9, adult
- Z6833: Body mass index [BMI] 33.0-33.9, adult
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Which procedures does Dr. Waktola perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ashenafi Waktola 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. Waktola's office.
Does Dr. Waktola accept my insurance?
Dr. Waktola accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 920-0721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waktola accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Waktola in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Hennepin Health Plan (MN)
Humana
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
MedStar Health
Riverside Health
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Where is Dr. Waktola's office located?
Dr. Ashenafi Waktola's Primary Practice
8115 Fenton St Ste 209
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 920-0721
What is Dr. Waktola's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waktola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568491389.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waktola?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waktola
What is Dr. Ashenafi Waktola's specialty?
Dr. Waktola is a Internist near Silver Spring, 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. Waktola to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ashenafi Waktola affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Waktola 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 Ashenafi Waktola accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Ashenafi Waktola is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashenafi Waktola offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waktola's office at (301) 920-0721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashenafi Waktola?
Please contact Dr. Waktola's office at (301) 920-0721 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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