Mulugeta Tarekegne, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Mulugeta Tarekegne is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Columbia, SC with over 41 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(803) 256-6828Columbia, SC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 41 years in internal medicine, Mulugeta Tarekegne, M.D. is a long-established internist in Columbia. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 41 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

1 of 284 Internal Medicine providers in SCSee all Internal Medicine in Columbia41+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 625dNPPES updated 2024-09-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2719 Middleburg Dr Suite 201, Columbia, SC 29204-2414

Fax: (803) 256-6827
Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Arthritis
62%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Diabetes
53%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Mood Disorders
50%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Chronic Kidney Disease
49%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Depression
49%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

Anxiety Disorders
44%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Sep 4, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 41 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Mulugeta Tarekegne

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Mulugeta Tarekegne for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Columbia required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mulugeta Tarekegne

Dr. Tarekegne is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Columbia, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (803) 256-6828.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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