Tehetena Mulugeta, PA| Gastroenterology | MedStar Health
About me
Tehetena Mulugeta, a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA), provides compassionate and personalized care to gastroenterology (GI) patients at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center. She treats patients both in the hospital and at the GI Clinic, ensuring continuity of care across different settings.
Before joining MedStar Southern Maryland, Tehetena worked as a hospital medicine PA at Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, Virginia. However, her passion for gastroenterology was ignited even before pursuing her graduate degree, during her time as a medical assistant and scribe in a GI practice. This early exposure laid the foundation for her deep understanding of digestive health and its far-reaching effects on overall well-being.
Tehetena brings a wealth of experience from internal medicine, which reinforces her holistic approach to GI care. She believes in fostering strong patient partnerships, to ensure they have a voice in their treatment plans. “Educating patients helps demystify the ‘why’ behind our practice of evidence-based medicine, so patient can feel informed and empowered,” she says. This approach not only builds trust but also improves adherence to treatment plans.
Collaboration is another key aspect of Tehetena’s practice. She works closely with her GI colleagues and a team of healthcare providers, particularly when managing patients with coexisting conditions. By leveraging these partnerships, she ensures comprehensive and coordinated care. Her ultimate goal is to help patients not only understand their diagnosis and treatment but also make meaningful lifestyle changes to enhance their quality of life.
Committed to professional excellence, Tehetena is an active member of several leading organizations, including the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the Gastroenterology & Hepatology for Advanced Practice Providers. Through these affiliations, she stays informed on the latest advancements and best practices in her field, continuously refining her expertise to provide the highest standard of care.
Clinical areas of focus
- Anal Canal Reconstruction
- Colitis
- Colonoscopy
- Diverticulitis
- Endometriosis
- Enteroscopy
- Gastric Manometry
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) In Children
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Neonatal Abdominal Paracentesis
- Stomach Ulcers
- Upper Gi Endoscopy
- Variceal Band Ligation
Conditions and procedures
Conditions I treat
- Abdominal Distension
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Body Structure Imaging
- Abnormal Stool
- Achalasia
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Alimentary Tract Foreign Body
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Anal Abscess
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Fissures
- Anus And Rectum Diseases
- Aphagia And Dysphagia
- Appendiceal Cancer
- Ascites
- Biliary Tract Disease
- Bladder Incontinence
- Bowel Obstruction
- Cancer Of The Appendix
- Celiac Disease
- Choledocholithiasis
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Colitis
- Colon Cancer
- Colon Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Diverticulosis
- Colorectal Malignancy
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Diabetic Gastroparesis
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Digestive System Diseases
- Digestive System Symptoms
- Diseases Of Esophagus
- Diseases Of Stomach And Duodenum
- Diverticulitis
- Duodenal Ulcer
- Duodenitis
- Dysphagia
- Endometriosis
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Hernia
- External Hemorrhoids
- Functional Intestinal Disorders
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Gallstones
- Gas And Bloating
- Gastric Cancer
- Gastric Varices
- Gastritis
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) In Children
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST)
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Hepatomegaly
- Hepatomegaly And Splenomegaly
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Intestinal Infections
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Liver Cirrhosis
- Malabsorption
- Noninfective Gastroenteritis
- Pancreatic Benign Conditions (E.G. PANCREATITIS, PANCREATIC CYSTS)
- Pancreatic Diseases
- Pancreatitis
- Perianal Itching
- Perianal Pain
- Peripheral Vascular Disease Of The Intestines
- Personal History Of Diseases And Conditions
- Polycystic Liver Disease
- Postprandial Diarrhea
- Rectal Pain
- Splenectomy
- Stomach Ulcers
- Throat Pain
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Vaginal Wall Prolapse
- Vascular Disorders Of Intestine
- Viral Hepatitis
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Vomiting
Procedures I perform
- Anal Canal Reconstruction
- Anal Electromyography
- Anal Fistula Treatment
- Anti-Reflux Surgery
- Autopsy Pathology Examination
- Barium Enema
- Bleeding Ulcer Treatment
- Bowel Resection
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Cardiac Radiology
- Celiac Disease Treatment
- Celiac Plexus Block
- Cholecystectomy
- Chronic Liver Disease Treatment
- Colonoscopy
- Colostomy
- Computed Tomography Enterography
- Cystitis Treatment
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Diarrhea Management
- Diarrhea Treatment
- Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
- Endoscopic Treatment
- Enterectomy
- Enterocele Repair
- Enteroscopy
- Esophageal Dilation
- Esophagectomy
- Fecal Microbiota Transplant
- Gallbladder Removal
- Gastrectomy
- Gastric Manometry
- Gastric Plication
- Gastric Surgery
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Management
- Gastrointestinal Cancer Treatment
- Gastrointestinal Disease Prevention
- Gastrointestinal Disease Testing
- Gastrointestinal Foreign Body Removal
- Gastrointestinal Functional Disorder Treatment
- Gastrointestinal Health Maintenance
- Gastrointestinal Infection Treatment
- Gastrointestinal Motility Study
- Gastrointestinal Tube Placement
- Gynecologic Endoscopy
- Gynecological Cancer Screening
- Helicobacter Pylori Stool Test
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Hepatectomy
- Hepatic Encephalopathy Management
- Hepatitis E Treatment
- Hydrogen Breath Test
- Hysteroscopic Polyp Resection
- Ileostomy
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Intestinal Failure Treatment
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome Management
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment
- Lactose Intolerance Test
- Lactose Intolerance Testing
- Liver Biopsy
- Liver Transplant
- Malabsorption Testing
- Mastopexy
- Medication Administration And Management
- Neonatal Abdominal Paracentesis
- Nutrition Counseling
- Palliative Care For Heart Disease
- Pancreatectomy
- Pancreatic Disease Management
- Pancreatic Disease Treatment
- Percutaneous Cholecystostomy
- Percutaneous Liver Biopsy
- PH Monitoring
- Pharmacological Therapy
- Pouchitis Treatment
- Rectal Stricture Dilation
- Small Bowel Resection
- Small Intestine Repair
- Sonohysterography
- Surgical Gastrostomy
- Testicular Ultrasound
- Transrectal Ultrasound
- Ulcerative Colitis-Associated Arthritis Treatment
- Upper Endoscopy
- Upper Gi Endoscopy
- Upper Gi Series
- Urinary Incontinence Treatment
- Urinary Tract Obstruction Treatment
- Variceal Band Ligation
- Vein Sclerotherapy
- Venous Ulcer Treatment
- Virtual Autopsy
Insurance
MedStar Health accepts most major health insurance plans. If you are uncertain as to whether your individual health insurance plan is accepted at MedStar Health, please call your insurance company.
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List of insurance plans we accept
- IH-Open Network Only Plus
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage
- Kaiser Permanente HMO Plus and DHMO Plus Member
- Aetna Advantage 6350
- Cigna Achieve Medicare (HMO C-SNP)
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthcare Alliance
- IH-POS Plus
- CIGNA Indemnity
- CareFirst MedStar Select PPO
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO)
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Standard
- Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network
- HumanaChoice PPO
- CIGNA POS/Network POS
- United Healthcare Choice
- United HealthCare Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program
- Aetna Open Choice (PPO)
- IH-POS
- Amerigroup DC Healthy Families
- Cigna True Choice Plus Medicare (PPO)
- IH-Indemnity
- Cigna Preferred Medicare (HMO)
- Cigna True Choice Medicare (PPO)
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice POS Cardiac Global
- Aetna Classic 3500
- Choice POS II Open Access
- Coventry of Delaware HMO/PPO
- Employee Health Plan
- Maryland Physicians Care MCO
- Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS)
- Aetna Premier 200PD
- Aetna Better Health of MD
- UnitedHealthcare Individual Exchange Plans
- UHC Passport
- Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS)
- Humana Medicare Advantage - PPO
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue SNP
- Coventry Health Care National Network PPO
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers Plus
- TRICARE for Life East
- CareFirst FEP Blue Focus
- UHC Group Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO, POS, PPO)
- Health Services for Children with Special Needs
- HealthyBlue PPO
- CIGNA SureFit (HMO)
- Kaiser Permaenete Signature - Added Choice Cardiac Global
- United Healthcare Select Plus (POS)
- United Healthcare Navigate Cardiac Global
- CIGNA PPO
- United Healthcare Options (PPO)
- CareFirst Blue Preferred PPO
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PPO
- United Healthcare Community Plan - VA Medicaid MCO
- Fee-for-Service (FFS) District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia Medicaid
- Jai Medical Systems - Maryland Health Choice
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice 3-tier POS
- POS OA
- M.D. IPA Preferred (POS)
- Aetna Advantage 5750
- Aetna Better Health of VA
- CIGNA HMO Open Access
- IH-PPO
- Kaiser Maryland Medicaid MCO
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance
- UnitedHealthcare Individual Exchange Plans
- Medicare Direct
- Lasso Healthcare - Medicare Medical Savings Account
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD HMO
- BCBS Out-of-State Medicare Plans (Blue Advantage)
- IH-Open EPO Plus
- IH-Open HMO
- IH-Open POS Plus
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Basic
- Anthem BCBS of VA Key Care POS/PPO/Indemnity
- Great-West Healthcare POS/CIGNA
- OA Plus
- BCBS of Michigan (BCN Advantage,Security Blue, Freedom, Medicare PLUS Blue Group PPO)
- Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice
- Aetna Classic 5000
- Alterwood Advanatge HMO & DSNP Plans
- Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS)
- MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice
- Aetna Student Health Insurance
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Plus
- MD IPA (HMO) & MD IPA Preferred Cardiac Global
- Options PPO Cardiac Global
- CareFirst BlueChoice HMO
- CareFirst Blue Card Program
- United Medicare Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plans
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Plus Open Access (POS)
- Coventry Health Care of Virginia
- Core Essential (HMO)
- CareFirst Maryland Point of Service Plan
- Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO Plans
- Choice POS
- Aetna HMO
- CareFirst MedStar PPO
- Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA/HealthFund/Health Network Option OA
- Aetna Managed Choice (POS)
- WellPoint Maryland - Maryland Health Choice
- IH-Network Only Plus
- CareFirst Administrators
- Private Fee-for-Service Plans (PFFS)
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage DSNP District of Columbia
- Humana Gold Plus HMO
- United Healthcare Choice Cardiac Global
- Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund)
- TriWest Healthcare Alliance
- CareFirst EPO
- Uniformed Services Family Health Plan
- Advantra Platinum (PPO)
- Healthy Blue (HMO, POS)
- Blue Choice Advantage
- CareFirst Federal Employee Program (Std. & Basic PPO)
- CIGNA EPO
- CIGNA PPO Plus
- United Healthcare Choice Plus
- HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO
- DC/MD SHOP QHP Small Business Plans
- CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Core/Enhanced
- Magellan Complete Care of VA - VA Medicaid MCO
- Choice POS II
- Aetna Basic
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO) Cardiac Global
- Medicare FFS
- TRICARE East Prime
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PLUS PPO
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Advantage Signature and Select
- HighMark
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Plus
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (HMO)
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance
- TRICARE East Select
- CIGNA Connect EPO
- Navigate
- Kaiser Permanente Select Cardiac Global
- BlueChoice Open Access
- Kaiser Permanente Signature - Added Choice
- Aetna Medicare Advantage PFFS Plan
- Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO)
- IH-HMO
- Geisinger Medicare Advantage
- Aetna VA Exchange
- Kaiser Permanente Select - Added Choice
- OCI Direct (HMO)
- Optimum Choice
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthy Families
- Humana Medicare Advantage - HMO Open Access
- Kaiser Permanente Select
- Optimum Choice Preferred (POS)
- Beech Street PPO
- Fee-for-Service (FFS) District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia Medicaid
- United Healthcare Choice Plus Cardiac Global
- Cigna TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)
- First Health PPO
- Erickson Advantage Plans
- Choice Care Network/HUMANA (PPO)
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO)
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (POS & POS OA)
- IH-Open HMO Option
- MultiPlan, Inc
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families
- Aetna Worker's Compensation Network
- MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice
- CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO
- CIGNA HMO & Network (HMO)
- United Student Resources
- Private Health Care Systems (PPO)
- Amerigroup DC Alliance
- Choice Fund PPO
- Police and Fire Clinic
- Optimum Choice & Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) Cardiac Global
- AMERIVANTAGE/Amerigroup Community Care
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Open Access
- Medicare Advantage - Advantra Value (PPO)
- CareFirst Dual Prime HMO-SNP
- NYC Medicare Advantage Plus
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
- Aetna Advantage 6350PD
- IH-EPO Plus
- Tricare Reserve Select
- Aetna Classic 5000PD
- Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA
- CareFirst Community Health Plan of MD
- UnitedHealthcare and AARP Medicare Complete Plans
- Network OA
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Adv. Special Needs Plans
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage prescription drug benefit (PPO)
- CareFirst NASCO
- Cigna Alliance Medicare (HMO)
- United Healthcare Select HMO-EPO/NPP Cardiac Global
- Sentara Health
- First Health PPO
- Optima Family Care MCO - VA Medicaid MCO
- HUMANA/Choice Care Medicare Plans (Choice, Gold Choice)
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Dual Adv
- IH-Open POS II
- M.D. IPA (HMO)
- United Healthcare Select HMO - EPO/NPP
- Kaiser Permanente Signature
Education
Board Certification: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants,
Graduate: Shenandoah University (2022)