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Dr. Francois Tellus, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Flushing, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tellus, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Francois Tellus, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tellus graduated from Faculte De Medecine Et De Pharmacie, Universite D',Etat D',Haiti and completed his residency at Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tellus is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tellus’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tellus’s office at (718) 462-6611.

    Where did Dr. Tellus go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Brooklyn Hospital Center | Brooklyn Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Faculte De Medecine Et De Pharmacie, Universite D',Etat D',Haiti | Faculte De Medecine Et De Pharmacie, Universite D',Etat D',Haiti | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine | Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy

    Is Dr. Tellus board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Francois Tellus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tellus speak?

    Dr. Tellus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tellus typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tellus 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. Tellus. 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tellus typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Francois Tellus may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tellus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tellus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tellus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 462-6611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tellus accept in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Tellus in Flushing, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • VillageCare of New York

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    Where is Dr. Tellus' office located?

    Dr. Francois Tellus' Primary Practice

    4500 Parsons Blvd

    Flushing, NY 11355

    (718) 462-6611

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    Fl South

    3101 Clarendon Rd Fl 11

    Brooklyn, NY 11226

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    What is Dr. Tellus's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tellus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215009428.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tellus?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tellus

    What is Dr. Francois Tellus's specialty?

    Dr. Tellus is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Flushing, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Francois Tellus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tellus is affiliated with Flushing Hospital Medical Center, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst, St. Barnabas Hospital - Bronx, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, North Shore University Hospital 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Francois Tellus accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Francois Tellus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Francois Tellus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tellus' office at (718) 462-6611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Francois Tellus?

    Please contact Dr. Tellus' office at (718) 462-6611 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tellus' office located?

    Dr. Tellus' offices are located in Flushing, NY and Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Francois Tellus have?

    Dr. Francois Tellus is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.