AB
28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bekele, Hospitalist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Ammer Bekele, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bekele graduated from Addis Ababa University and completed his residency at Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bekele is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bekele’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bekele’s office at (410) 368-2524.
Where did Dr. Bekele go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Washington Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia) | Addis Ababa University
Is Dr. Bekele board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Ammer Bekele, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bekele speak?
Dr. Bekele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bekele treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bekele 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. Bekele. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney and Ureter Problem
- Renal and Ureteral Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N289: Disorder of kidney and ureter, unspecified
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bekele perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ammer Bekele may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bekele's office.
Does Dr. Bekele accept my insurance?
Dr. Bekele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 368-2524 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bekele accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Bekele 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)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
Riverside Health
Truman Medical Centers
University of Maryland Health Advantage
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Where is Dr. Bekele's office located?
What is Dr. Bekele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bekele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295794626.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bekele?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bekele
What is Dr. Ammer Bekele's specialty?
Dr. Bekele is a Hospitalist near Baltimore, MD. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Bekele to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ammer Bekele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bekele is affiliated with Ascension Saint Agnes 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Ammer Bekele accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Ammer Bekele is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ammer Bekele offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bekele's office at (410) 368-2524 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ammer Bekele?
Please contact Dr. Bekele's office at (410) 368-2524 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ammer Bekele have?
Dr. Ammer Bekele is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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