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Dr. Melida Tellez, MD

Dr. Melida Tellez, MD

Sugar Land, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tellez, Family Medicine Specialist in Sugar Land, TX?

    Dr. Melida Tellez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sugar Land, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tellez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tellez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tellez’s office.

    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 Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tellez typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tellez typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melida Tellez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tellez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tellez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tellez accept in Sugar Land, TX?

    Dr. Tellez in Sugar Land, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tellez's office located?

    Methodist Diag Card Of Houston

    16605 Southwest Fwy Ste 400

    Sugar Land, TX 77479

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    Dr. Melida Tellez's Practice 2

    10745 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 200

    Richmond, TX 77407

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    Dr. Melida Tellez's Practice 3

    1111 Highway 6 Ste 100

    Sugar Land, TX 77478

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    What is Dr. Tellez's NPI number?A 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 1528296084.

    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. Melida Tellez's specialty?

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Melida Tellez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tellez is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Melida Tellez accepting new patients in Sugar Land, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Melida Tellez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melida Tellez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tellez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melida Tellez?

    Please contact Dr. Tellez's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tellez's office located?

    Dr. Tellez's offices are located in Sugar Land, TX and Richmond, TX.