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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Telfer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lexington, TN?
Dr. Eric Telfer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Telfer graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Louisville Program. Dr. Telfer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Telfer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Telfer’s office at (731) 285-2410.
Where did Dr. Telfer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Louisville Program
Medical School: Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Telfer board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Telfer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Telfer speak?
Dr. Telfer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Telfer typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Telfer 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. Telfer. 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:
- Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Disease
- Germ Infection
- Microbial Infection
- Bacterial disease
- Germ infection
- Bacterial illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- A488: Other specified bacterial diseases
- A499: Bacterial infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Telfer typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Telfer may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Telfer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Telfer accept my insurance?
Dr. Telfer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (731) 285-2410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Telfer accept in Lexington, TN?
Dr. Telfer in Lexington, TN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Telfer's office located?
What is Dr. Telfer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Telfer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730156423.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Telfer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Telfer
What is Dr. Eric Telfer's specialty?
Dr. Telfer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lexington, TN.
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 this Dr. Eric Telfer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Telfer is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis 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
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Is Eric Telfer accepting new patients in Lexington, TN?
Yes, Dr. Eric Telfer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Telfer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Telfer's office at (731) 285-2410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Telfer?
Please contact Dr. Telfer's office at (731) 285-2410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Telfer have?
Dr. Eric Telfer is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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