SK
34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kassa, Family Medicine Specialist in Irving, TX?
Dr. Sentayehu Kassa, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Irving, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Kassa graduated from Addis Ababa University and completed her residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Family Practice. Dr. Kassa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kassa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kassa’s office at (214) 266-0266.
Where did Dr. Kassa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Family Practice | Medical University of South Carolina Program
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia) | Addis Ababa University
Is Dr. Kassa board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sentayehu Kassa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kassa speak?
Dr. Kassa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kassa typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kassa 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. Kassa. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kassa typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sentayehu Kassa may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Kassa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kassa accept my insurance?
Dr. Kassa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 266-0266 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kassa accept in Irving, TX?
Dr. Kassa in Irving, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Kassa's office located?
What is Dr. Kassa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kassa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174507313.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kassa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kassa
What is Dr. Sentayehu Kassa's specialty?
Dr. Kassa is a Family Medicine Specialist near Irving, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Sentayehu Kassa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kassa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Parkland Health, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Sentayehu Kassa accepting new patients in Irving, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sentayehu Kassa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sentayehu Kassa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kassa's office at (214) 266-0266 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sentayehu Kassa?
Please contact Dr. Kassa's office at (214) 266-0266 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sentayehu Kassa have?
Dr. Sentayehu Kassa is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Irving, TX
AS
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Alia Subhan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Irving, TX. She is board certified.
Irving, TX
NK
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Nazia Khatoon, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 1 additional practice location.
Dallas, TX
MG
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Mae Gonzales, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Irving, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Irving, TX