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Dr. Ruth Tessema, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Washington, DC
- NPI 1891222899
- 9 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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2041 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 200590001
(202) 306-3164 - Additional location
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600 N Wolfe St
Baltimore, MD 212870005
(410) 955-5080 - Mailing address
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6201 Greenleigh Ave
Middle River, MD 212202004
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 19, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Maryland #D98429
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1891222899. Last verified May 11, 2026.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$16
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $15.66 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
470
Patients
263
Total drug cost
$12,907
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 184 | 82 | $2,720 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 122 | 103 | $6,782 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 57 | 30 | $1,359 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 25 | 11 | $548 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 24 | 22 | $370 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 20 | 0 | $304 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 15 | 15 | $254 |
| Olopatadine Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $243 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 11 | 0 | $328 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ruth Tessema's medical specialty?
Dr. Ruth Tessema practices Ophthalmology Physician in Washington, DC.
Where does Dr. Ruth Tessema practice?
Dr. Ruth Tessema practices at 2041 Georgia Ave Nw, Washington, DC 200590001. Office phone: 2023063164.
What is Dr. Ruth Tessema's NPI?
Dr. Ruth Tessema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891222899, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ruth Tessema accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Ruth Tessema does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.