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Dr. Tassew Tesfaye, MD

Stone Mountain, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tesfaye, Family Medicine Specialist in Stone Mountain, GA?

    Dr. Tassew Tesfaye, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stone Mountain, GA. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Tesfaye graduated from Addis Ababa University and completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Family Medicine. Dr. Tesfaye is fluent in English, Amharic, Arabic, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tesfaye’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tesfaye’s office at (404) 809-2480.

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

    • Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Family Medicine | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program

    • Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia) | Addis Ababa University

    Is Dr. Tesfaye board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Tassew Tesfaye, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tesfaye speak?

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

    • Amharic

    • Arabic

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Tesfaye treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tesfaye 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. Tesfaye. 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:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Other hyperlipidemia
    • Other high lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7849: Other hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    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:

    • Alcohol Abuse Counseling
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol addiction counseling
    • Alcohol dependency treatment
    • Alcohol recovery support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7141: Alcohol abuse counseling and surveillance of alcoholic

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Which procedures does Dr. Tesfaye perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tassew Tesfaye may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tesfaye accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tesfaye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 809-2480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tesfaye accept in Stone Mountain, GA?

    Dr. Tesfaye in Stone Mountain, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AmeriCorp / Seven Corners

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Eon Health

    • Family Health Network

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Georgia

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    Where is Dr. Tesfaye's office located?

    Dr. Tassew Tesfaye's Primary Practice

    4958 Memorial Dr

    Stone Mountain, GA 30083

    (404) 809-2480

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

    Dr. Tesfaye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710974696.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tesfaye?

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

    What is Dr. Tassew Tesfaye's specialty?

    Dr. Tesfaye is a Family Medicine Specialist near Stone Mountain, GA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Tesfaye to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tassew Tesfaye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tesfaye is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Tassew Tesfaye accepting new patients in Stone Mountain, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Tassew Tesfaye is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tassew Tesfaye offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tesfaye's office at (404) 809-2480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tassew Tesfaye?

    Please contact Dr. Tesfaye's office at (404) 809-2480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tassew Tesfaye have?

    Dr. Tassew Tesfaye is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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