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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tellez, Surgeon in Fontana, CA?
Dr. Rene Tellez, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fontana, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tellez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tellez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tellez’s office at (714) 456-5532.
What languages does Dr. Tellez speak?
Dr. Tellez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Tellez typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Tellez diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tellez. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Tellez typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Tellez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tellez. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Does Dr. Tellez accept my insurance?
Dr. Tellez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-5532 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tellez accept in Fontana, CA?
Dr. Tellez in Fontana, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
HealthRight Group
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tellez's office located?
What is Dr. Tellez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tellez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619331923.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tellez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tellez
What is Dr. Rene Tellez's specialty?
Dr. Tellez is a Surgeon near Fontana, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Rene Tellez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tellez is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, San Antonio Regional Hospital, St. Bernardine Medical Center, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Rene Tellez accepting new patients in Fontana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rene Tellez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rene Tellez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tellez's office at (714) 456-5532 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rene Tellez?
Please contact Dr. Tellez's office at (714) 456-5532 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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