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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bekele, Internist in Carbondale, PA?
Dr. Tamrat Bekele, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Carbondale, PA. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Bekele graduated from Addis Ababa University and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Anesthesiology. Dr. Bekele is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bekele’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bekele’s office at (570) 282-3151.
Where did Dr. Bekele go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Anesthesiology | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia) | Addis Ababa University
Is Dr. Bekele board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tamrat Bekele, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bekele speak?
Dr. Bekele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bekele typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bekele 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. Bekele. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bekele typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Bekele performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bekele. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Bekele accept my insurance?
Dr. Bekele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 282-3151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bekele accept in Carbondale, PA?
Dr. Bekele in Carbondale, PA 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)
Federal government of the United States
Fidelity Insurance Group
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bekele's office located?
Dr. Tamrat Bekele's Primary Practice
165 Fallbrook St
Carbondale, PA 18407
(570) 282-3151
What is Dr. Bekele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bekele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376545947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bekele?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bekele
What is Dr. Tamrat Bekele's specialty?
Dr. Bekele is a Internist near Carbondale, PA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Tamrat Bekele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bekele is affiliated with Wayne Memorial Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Regional Hospital Of Scranton, Geisinger Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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
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Is Tamrat Bekele accepting new patients in Carbondale, PA?
Yes, Dr. Tamrat Bekele is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tamrat Bekele offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bekele's office at (570) 282-3151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tamrat Bekele?
Please contact Dr. Bekele's office at (570) 282-3151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tamrat Bekele have?
Dr. Tamrat Bekele is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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