Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kassahun, Internist in Abingdon, VA?
Dr. Zeleke Kassahun, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Abingdon, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kassahun graduated from Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia) and completed his residency at St. John's Episcopal Hospital-South. Dr. Kassahun is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kassahun’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kassahun’s office at (301) 609-4000.
Where did Dr. Kassahun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St. John's Episcopal Hospital-South
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia)
Is Dr. Kassahun board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Zeleke Kassahun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kassahun speak?
Dr. Kassahun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kassahun typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kassahun 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. Kassahun. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kassahun typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Zeleke Kassahun 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
Please contact Dr. Kassahun's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kassahun accept my insurance?
Dr. Kassahun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 609-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kassahun accept in Abingdon, VA?
Dr. Kassahun in Abingdon, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kassahun's office located?
Dr. Zeleke Kassahun's Primary Practice
16000 Johnston Memorial Dr Fl 4
Abingdon, VA 24211
(301) 609-4000
What is Dr. Kassahun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kassahun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477536811.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kassahun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kassahun
What is Dr. Zeleke Kassahun's specialty?
Dr. Kassahun is a Internist near Abingdon, VA.
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. Zeleke Kassahun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kassahun is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Zeleke Kassahun accepting new patients in Abingdon, VA?
Yes, Dr. Zeleke Kassahun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zeleke Kassahun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kassahun's office at (301) 609-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zeleke Kassahun?
Please contact Dr. Kassahun's office at (301) 609-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zeleke Kassahun have?
Dr. Zeleke Kassahun is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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