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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Woldehiwot, Internist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Gizaw Woldehiwot, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Woldehiwot graduated from Addis Ababa University. Dr. Woldehiwot is fluent in English, Amharic, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Woldehiwot’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Woldehiwot’s office.
Where did Dr. Woldehiwot go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia) | Addis Ababa University
Is Dr. Woldehiwot board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gizaw Woldehiwot, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Woldehiwot speak?
Dr. Woldehiwot and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Woldehiwot treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Woldehiwot 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. Woldehiwot. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Dementia
- Dementia with behavioral problems
- Cognitive decline with behavior issues
- Memory loss with personality changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Woldehiwot perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gizaw Woldehiwot 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. Woldehiwot's office.
Does Dr. Woldehiwot accept my insurance?
Dr. Woldehiwot 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. Woldehiwot accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Woldehiwot 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Johns Hopkins
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Woldehiwot's office located?
What is Dr. Woldehiwot's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Woldehiwot's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033108808.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Woldehiwot?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Woldehiwot
What is Dr. Gizaw Woldehiwot's specialty?
Dr. Woldehiwot is a Internist near Baltimore, 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. Woldehiwot to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gizaw Woldehiwot affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Woldehiwot is affiliated with MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, Sinai Hospital - Baltimore, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Gizaw Woldehiwot accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Gizaw Woldehiwot is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gizaw Woldehiwot offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Woldehiwot's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gizaw Woldehiwot?
Please contact Dr. Woldehiwot's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gizaw Woldehiwot have?
Dr. Gizaw Woldehiwot is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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