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Dr. Alpha Tessema, Nurse Practitioner
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Washington, DC
- NPI 1235882176
- Accepts Medicare
- 5 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4414 Benning RD Ne
Washington, DC 200194555
(202) 469-4699 - Mailing address
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25 Catoctin CT
Silver Spring, MD 209062003
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2022 — 4 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 30, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2021 — 5 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- District of Columbia #NP200004895
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235882176. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
23
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$74
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
82962 |
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument | 23 | 16 | $3 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 92 peers in Washington Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 75. This provider delivers 0.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
606
Patients
242
Total drug cost
$23,800
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 112 | 49 | $766 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 109 | 36 | $990 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 48 | 21 | $1,395 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 45 | 18 | $422 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 39 | 12 | $261 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 34 | 17 | $1,389 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 34 | 17 | $555 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 30 | 16 | $129 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 29 | 14 | $186 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 26 | 14 | $356 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alpha Tessema's medical specialty?
Dr. Alpha Tessema practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Washington, DC.
Where does Dr. Alpha Tessema practice?
Dr. Alpha Tessema practices at 4414 Benning RD Ne, Washington, DC 200194555. Office phone: 2024694699.
What is Dr. Alpha Tessema's NPI?
Dr. Alpha Tessema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235882176, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alpha Tessema accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alpha Tessema accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alpha Tessema commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument (HCPCS 82962). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.