Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions
Children's National Hospital
1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
Silver Spring, MD 

Overview

Tesfaye Zelleke is a Neurologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Zelleke is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Cortical Dysplasia, and Absence Seizure.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Pediatrics in VA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Johns Hopkins Healthcare
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Piedmont
  • HMO
  • POS
Sentara Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Children's National Hospital
1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Other Locations
Children's National Amb Surg Ctr at Montgomery CO
9850 Key West Ave, Rockville,, MD 20850

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke by calling their office at 202-476-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke a top-rated expert for Seizures?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke is classified as an Distinguished expert for Seizures, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke specialize in?

While Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Seizures, Epilepsy, and Cortical Dysplasia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Seizures. You can view a list of Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke accept my insurance?

Dr. Tesfaye Zelleke accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-476-5000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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