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SIMON HAILESELASSIE TESFAU MD
NPI 1891890406
Internal Medicine in Memphis, TN

Active since September 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3473 POPLAR AVE STE 103, MEMPHIS, TN 38111(901) 320-6915(901) 320-6920 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Simon Haileselassie Tesfau Md NPPES

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

SIMON HAILESELASSIE TESFAU MD (NPI 1891890406) is an individual internal medicine provider in Memphis, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (41174) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891890406
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameSIMON HAILESELASSIE TESFAUCredential: MD
Location Address3473 POPLAR AVE STE 103Memphis, TN 38111-4654
Mailing Address1211 Union Ave Ste 330Memphis, TN 38104-6655
Fax(901) 320-6920
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateSeptember 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 2, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJuly 2, 2026
NPI 1891890406 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in TN · 41174
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.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 41174 (TN)
3473 POPLAR AVE STE 103, Memphis, TN 38111

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 13960 New Covington PikeMemphis, TN 38128-2504 · Phone (901) 516-5741 · Fax (901) 516-5986
Location 27690 Wolf River CirGermantown, TN 38138-1744 · Phone (901) 756-1231 · Fax (901) 791-9495
Location 31533 Union AveMemphis, TN 38104-3726 · Phone (901) 721-1200 · Fax (901) 721-1212

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1510458TN

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Simon Haileselassie Tesfau Md 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 ID2163522202
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070703000200
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 3

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.

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.
147 services74 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.
26 services26 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.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis

Acute Care Hospitals · Memphis, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number440049
Location1265 Union Ave Suite 700Memphis, TN 38104 · Shelby County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38111 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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

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
5 suppliers12 claims50 services$6.82 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

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3473 POPLAR AVE STE 103
MEMPHIS, TN 38111

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 Simon Tesfau's NPI number?

The NPI number for Simon Tesfau is 1891890406. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 14, 2006.

Where is Simon Tesfau located?

Simon Tesfau practices at 3473 Poplar Ave Ste 103, Memphis, TN 38111. The listed phone number is (901) 320-6915.

What is Simon Tesfau's specialty?

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

Is Simon Tesfau enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Simon Tesfau 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 Simon Tesfau accept?

Health plans from UnitedHealthcare list Simon Tesfau 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 Simon Tesfau affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Simon Tesfau is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Simon Tesfau was last updated on July 2, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 39 days 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.