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DR. ETALEMAHU DINKU M.D.
NPI 1396009882
Internal Medicine in Marietta, GA

Active since June 28, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
92.93/100
CMS Quality Rating
677 CHURCH STREET ,BOX 111, MARIETTA, GA 30060(770) 793-5178(770) 793-7755 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 15, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Etalemahu Dinku M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. ETALEMAHU DINKU M.D. (NPI 1396009882) is an individual internal medicine provider in Marietta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (74814) and active in the NPI registry since June 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396009882
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ETALEMAHU DINKUCredential: M.D.
Location Address677 CHURCH STREET ,BOX 111Marietta, GA 30060-2440
Mailing Address677 Church Street, Box 111Marietta, GA 30060-2440 · (770) 793-5178 · Fax (770) 793-7755
Phone(770) 793-5178
Fax(770) 793-7755
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJune 28, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 15, 2016
✔ NPI 1396009882 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 74814
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
677 CHURCH STREET ,BOX 111, Marietta, GA 30060
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Etalemahu Dinku Berhe M.d.

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Oscar Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Etalemahu Dinku M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6305149618
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160120001922
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Etalemahu Dinku reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Wellstar Medical Group, LLC
Same address
Obstetrics & Gynecology
699 CHURCH ST NE, SUITE 500
Marietta, GA 30060
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 3,885 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538465596 (770) 424-7100

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
421 services196 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
389 services232 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
170 services166 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Marietta, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110035
Location677 Church StreetMarietta, GA 30060 · Cobb County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wellstar Cobb Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Austell, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110143
Location3950 Austell RdAustell, GA 30106 · Cobb County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30060 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$130.64 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $32.66 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.20 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $25.05 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

92.93/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality80.38
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers30 claims30 services$14.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier17 claims17 services$2.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers65 claims65 services$64.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier36 claims36 services$31.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$18.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Etalemahu Dinku's NPI number?

The NPI number for Etalemahu Dinku is 1396009882. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 28, 2012. The provider is also known as Etalemahu Dinku Berhe M.D..

Where is Etalemahu Dinku located?

Etalemahu Dinku practices at 677 Church Street ,box 111, Marietta, GA 30060. The listed phone number is (770) 793-5178.

What is Etalemahu Dinku's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Etalemahu Dinku enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Etalemahu Dinku is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organization bills Medicare for Etalemahu Dinku's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Etalemahu Dinku reassigns Medicare benefits to Wellstar Medical Group, LLC (Marietta, GA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Etalemahu Dinku's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Etalemahu Dinku accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. and Oscar Health list Etalemahu Dinku as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Etalemahu Dinku affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Etalemahu Dinku is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center and Wellstar Cobb Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Etalemahu Dinku was last updated on November 15, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.