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Dr. Rene Tellez, MD

Fontana, CA

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, UnitedHealthcare 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 Dr. Tellez 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.

    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

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    What procedures does Dr. Tellez 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.

    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

    • CalOptima

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

    • The Medical Access Program

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    Where is Dr. Tellez's office located?

    Dr. Rene Tellez's Primary Practice

    9961 Sierra Ave

    Fontana, CA 92335

    (714) 456-5532

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    Dr. Rene Tellez's Practice 2

    333 City Blvd W Ste 1600

    Orange, CA 92868

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    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. 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. Contact Dr. Tellez to book an appointment today.

    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 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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