LORENA HERNANDEZ TELLEZ M.D., PHD
NPI 1396010658
Internal Medicine in Hickory, NC

Q: What is Lorena Hernandez Tellez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lorena Hernandez Tellez is 1396010658. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 19, 2012.

Q: What is Lorena Hernandez Tellez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Active since March 19, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1771 TATE BLVD SE STE 103, HICKORY, NC 28602(828) 322-1128 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 31, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 31, 2021, Jan 6, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Lorena Hernandez Tellez M.d., Phd NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

LORENA HERNANDEZ TELLEZ M.D., PHD (NPI 1396010658) is an individual internal medicine provider in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (00118) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Boston.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396010658

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameLORENA HERNANDEZ TELLEZCredential: M.D., PHD

Location Address1771 TATE BLVD SE STE 103Hickory, NC 28602-4250

Mailing Address1771 Tate Blvd Se Ste 103Hickory, NC 28602-4250 · (828) 322-1128

Phone(828) 322-1128

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSAlbert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva UniversityGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateMarch 19, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateMay 31, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 31, 2021

✔ NPI 1396010658 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 00118✔ Licensed in MA · 262557✔ Licensed in NY · 273200

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

1771 TATE BLVD SE STE 103, Hickory, NC 28602

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 175 Francis StBoston, MA 02115-6110 · Phone (347) 886-3746

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Lorena Hernandez Tellez M.d., Phd is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9931417151

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200518003170

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Injection, denosumab, 1 mg J0897

Denosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.

1,500 services14 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

237 services128 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

184 services184 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

79 services57 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

56 services56 patients

Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662

The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.

52 services52 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

North Carolina Baptist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340047

LocationMedical Center BoulevardWinston-Salem, NC 27157 · Forsyth County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Frye Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number340116

Location420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601 · Catawba County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Catawba Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number340143

Location810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602 · Catawba County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28602 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$125.01 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$95.94 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

23 suppliers73 claims238 services$6.07 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

12 suppliers27 claims37 services$1.02 avg. paid by Medicare

External ambulatory infusion pump, insulin E0784

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

1 supplier14 claims14 services$293.41 avg. paid by Medicare

Insulin for administration through dme (i.e., insulin pump) per 50 units J1817

Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI000N

1 supplier11 claims1,100 services$7.14 avg. paid by Medicare

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

3 suppliers18 claims18 services$185.49 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

HICKORY CHEST PLLC

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

1771 TATE BLVD SE STE 103
HICKORY, NC 28602

Catawba County (828) 322-1128

MEGGAN FARNSWORTH HARRELSON AGNP

Nurse Practitioner

1771 TATE BLVD SE STE 103
HICKORY, NC 28602

Catawba County (828) 322-1128

ALISON JANE SMITH FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner

1771 TATE BLVD SE STE 103
HICKORY, NC 28602

Catawba County (828) 322-1128

MRS. LAUREN SIZEMORE ANTHONY AGPCNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)

1771 TATE BLVD SE STE 103
HICKORY, NC 28602

Catawba County (828) 322-1128

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Lorena Hernandez Tellez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lorena Hernandez Tellez is 1396010658. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 19, 2012.

Where is Lorena Hernandez Tellez located?

Lorena Hernandez Tellez practices at 1771 Tate Blvd SE Ste 103, Hickory, NC 28602. The listed phone number is (828) 322-1128.

What is Lorena Hernandez Tellez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Lorena Hernandez Tellez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lorena Hernandez Tellez is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Lorena Hernandez Tellez accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 2 other insurers list Lorena Hernandez Tellez as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Lorena Hernandez Tellez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lorena Hernandez Tellez is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, Frye Regional Medical Center and Catawba Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lorena Hernandez Tellez was last updated on May 31, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.