Lediya Tesfaye Cheru, M.D.
Lediya Tesfaye Cheru is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Baltimore, MD with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Lediya Tesfaye Cheru, M.D. practices as part of a group internist practice in Baltimore, MD. Trained at University of Washington School of Medicine (class of 2013), she has been practicing for over 13 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202374.4/100
Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-9.2 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better78.2%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
144
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
90
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
372
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $70k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
University of Washington School of Medicine
13 years in practice
Established
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.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 2013)
Mailing address
9910 Franklin Square Dr # 2110, Baltimore, MD 21236-4902
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lediya Tesfaye Cheru
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lediya Tesfaye Cheru for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Baltimore required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lediya Tesfaye Cheru
NPI records show Dr. Cheru as active with telehealth listed in Baltimore, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (410) 955-5000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
600 N Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD 21287-0005
Mailing Address
9910 Franklin Square Dr # 2110, Baltimore, MD 21236-4902
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