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Dr. Telahun Zewdie, MD

Whittier, CA

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    Who is Dr. Zewdie, Internist in Whittier, CA?

    Dr. Telahun Zewdie, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zewdie graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zewdie is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zewdie’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zewdie’s office at (562) 967-2885.

    Where did Dr. Zewdie go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Loma Linda University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Zewdie board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Telahun Zewdie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zewdie speak?

    Dr. Zewdie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Amharic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Zewdie treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Zewdie 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. Zewdie. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
    • Acute Pancreas Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Zewdie perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Telahun Zewdie may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zewdie's office.

    Does Dr. Zewdie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zewdie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 967-2885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zewdie accept in Whittier, CA?

    Dr. Zewdie in Whittier, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Bright Health

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zewdie's office located?

    Dr. Telahun Zewdie's Primary Practice

    12401 Washington Blvd Ste 100

    Whittier, CA 90602

    (562) 967-2885

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    Dr. Telahun Zewdie's Practice 2

    12675 La Mirada Blvd Ste 201AND401

    La Mirada, CA 90638

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    Dr. Telahun Zewdie's Practice 3

    11500 Brookshire Ave

    Downey, CA 90241

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    What is Dr. Zewdie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Zewdie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326079906.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zewdie?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zewdie

    What is Dr. Telahun Zewdie's specialty?

    Dr. Zewdie is a Internist near Whittier, CA.

    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. Zewdie to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Telahun Zewdie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Zewdie is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Pih Health Whittier 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Telahun Zewdie accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Telahun Zewdie is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Telahun Zewdie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zewdie's office at (562) 967-2885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Telahun Zewdie?

    Please contact Dr. Zewdie's office at (562) 967-2885 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Telahun Zewdie have?

    Dr. Telahun Zewdie is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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