Summary

Dr. Tekeste is a nephrology physician in Seattle, Washington with over 15 years of experience. Is dedicated to preserving kidney health and improving outcomes for patients with complex renal conditions. Through attentive listening and open dialogue, he helps patients understand their health and feel confident in their care. Outside of practice, Dr.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1
  • 15 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Amharic, English
  • Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Swedish Nephrology - First Hill

515 Minor Ave Ste 300Seattle, WA 98104

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15 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Amharic, English Speaks English, Korean Speaks Russian, Spanish Speaks Russian, Spanish
Seattle , WAKent , WAMountlake Terrace , WASeattle , WA
Med School: SABA University Med School: KJ SOMAIYA MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: Trinity College Dublin School Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael Mequanint Tekeste

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO/PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Carelon PPO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coordinated Care Medicaid
  • Evernorth PPO
  • First Choice PPO
  • First Health-Coventry PPO
  • Health Smart PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana HMO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Humana PPO
  • Kaiser
  • Kaiser Medicare Advantage
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Molina Medicare Advantage
  • Pacific Medical Center TRICARE
  • Premera
  • Premera Medicare Advantage
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Providence Health Plan Medicare Advantage-HMO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington Medicare Advantage HMO/PPO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington PPO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington TRIWEST
  • United Behavioral Health PPO
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Wellcare Medicare Advantage-HMO
  • Wellpoint Medicaid
  • Wellpoint Medicare Advantage

Medical Specialties

Michael Mequanint Tekeste has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Michael Mequanint Tekeste has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Hospitalist
  • Internal Medicine
  • Nephrologist

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Michael Mequanint Tekeste holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine in 2018.

Residency

Completed their residency at LSU Medical Center Monroe Family Medicine Residency in 2016 and Louisiana State University Hospital in 2016.

Internship

Completed their internship at LSU Medical Center Monroe Family Medicine Residency in 2013.

Medical School

Graduated from SABA University in 2011.

NPI Number

Michael Mequanint Tekeste's NPI number is 1881952091.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Michael Tekeste's office located?
Michael Tekeste's office is located at 515 Minor Ave Ste 300, Seattle, WA, 98104.
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