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Dr. Angelo Tellis, MD

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Dr. Angelo Tellis, MD

New Bern, NC

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tellis, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in New Bern, NC?

    Dr. Angelo Tellis, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New Bern, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Tellis completed his residency at Medical College of Virginia. He is a member of the American Board of Pain Medicine, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, American Society of Liposuction Surgery, and American Academy of Pain Medicine. Dr. Tellis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tellis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tellis’s office at (252) 636-0300.

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

    • Residency: Medical College of Virginia

    • Medical School: Marshall University | Medical University of South Carolina

    Is Dr. Tellis board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Angelo Tellis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Tellis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tellis treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Tellis 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. Tellis. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    What procedures does Dr. Tellis perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Tellis 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. Tellis. 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Tellis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tellis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 636-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tellis accept in New Bern, NC?

    Dr. Tellis in New Bern, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Medcost Preferred

    • Medicare

    • State of Oregon

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Tellis' office located?

    Dr. Angelo Tellis' Primary Practice

    2111 Neuse Blvd Ste J

    New Bern, NC 28560

    (252) 636-0300

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    Dr. Angelo Tellis' Practice 2

    1201 Carolina Ave

    Washington, NC 27889

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    Dr. Angelo Tellis' Practice 3

    2654 M L King Jr Blvd

    New Bern, NC 28562

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 19 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    83% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Angelo Tellis an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Tellis has been rated and reviewed by 19 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Tellis, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Board of Pain Medicine

    Board Certified

    American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

    Professional Member

    American Society of Liposuction Surgery

    Professional Member

    American Academy of Pain Medicine

    Professional Member

    Awards

    Suma Cum Laude

    Medical School

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

    Dr. Tellis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922095520.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tellis?

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

    What is Dr. Angelo Tellis's specialty?

    Dr. Tellis is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near New Bern, NC. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patient’s needs. Contact Dr. Tellis to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Angelo Tellis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tellis is affiliated with Carteret Health Care, CarolinaEast 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist with 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 Angelo Tellis accepting new patients in New Bern, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Angelo Tellis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Angelo Tellis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tellis's office at (252) 636-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Angelo Tellis?

    Please contact Dr. Tellis's office at (252) 636-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Angelo Tellis have?

    Dr. Angelo Tellis is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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