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Dr. Mesfin Lemma, MD

Dr. Mesfin Lemma, MD

Glen Burnie, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lemma, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Glen Burnie, MD?

    Dr. Mesfin Lemma, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Glen Burnie, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Lemma completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Lemma is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lemma’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lemma’s office at (410) 554-2175.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lemma?

    Dr. Mesfin Lemma, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lemma empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Spinal Reconstructive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Glen Burnie/MD community, Dr. Lemma is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine / Orthopaedic Surgery

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Orthopedic Surgery | Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals

    Is Dr. Lemma board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Mesfin Lemma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2006

    What languages does Dr. Lemma speak?

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

    • Amharic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lemma treat?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Lemma 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. Lemma. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Blood Typing
    • Blood
    • Blood Group Test
    • ABO Typing
    • Rh Factor Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0183: Encounter for blood typing

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Scoliosis
    • Curved Spine
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Backbone Curve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M419: Scoliosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

    Which procedures does Dr. Lemma perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Mesfin Lemma may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lemma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lemma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 554-2175 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lemma accept in Glen Burnie, MD?

    Dr. Lemma in Glen Burnie, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lemma's office located?

    Dr. Mesfin Lemma's Primary Practice

    1406 Crain Hwy S Ste 106

    Glen Burnie, MD 21061

    (410) 554-2175

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    Dr. Mesfin Lemma's Practice 2

    9101 Franklin Square Dr Ste 200

    Baltimore, MD 21237

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    Dr. Mesfin Lemma's Practice 3

    3333 N Calvert St

    Baltimore, MD 21218

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Named to U.S. New and World Report Top Doctors in the U.S., 2010 - pre

    Named to Top Doctors in the U.S. Castle Connolly, 2010 - present

    Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH

    Inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

    Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH

    Magna Cum Laude Academic Honors

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

    Dr. Lemma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366410193.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lemma?

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

    What is Dr. Mesfin Lemma's specialty?

    Dr. Lemma is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Glen Burnie, MD. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Lemma to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mesfin Lemma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lemma is affiliated with MedStar Union Memorial 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

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    Is Mesfin Lemma accepting new patients in Glen Burnie, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Mesfin Lemma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mesfin Lemma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lemma's office at (410) 554-2175 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mesfin Lemma?

    Please contact Dr. Lemma's office at (410) 554-2175 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mesfin Lemma have?

    Dr. Mesfin Lemma is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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