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37 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Tellez, Surgeon in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Mark Tellez, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Tellez graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Mercy Fitzgerald Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Tellez is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tellez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tellez’s office at (817) 388-3600.
Where did Dr. Tellez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Fitzgerald Hosp, General Surgery | MERCY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Tellez board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Mark Tellez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tellez speak?
Dr. Tellez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
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:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
- Multiple rib fractures
- Rib cage injury
- Severe rib injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72009A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of unspecified femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Pneumothorax
- Air in Chest Cavity
- Lung Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Tellez perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Mark Tellez may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tellez's office.
Does Dr. Tellez accept my insurance?
Dr. Tellez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 388-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tellez accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Tellez in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Fidelity Insurance Group
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tellez's office located?
Dr. Mark Tellez's Primary Practice
1500 S Main St Ste 303
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(817) 388-3600
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 1164445102.
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. Mark Tellez's specialty?
Dr. Tellez is a Surgeon near Fort Worth, TX. 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. Mark Tellez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tellez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Mark Tellez accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Mark Tellez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Tellez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tellez's office at (817) 388-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Tellez?
Please contact Dr. Tellez's office at (817) 388-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Tellez have?
Dr. Mark Tellez is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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