Summary

Dr. Lorena Hernandez-Tellez is an internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. With 14 years of experience in clinical practice, she focuses on comprehensive adult care and the management of complex medical conditions. Her expertise centers on treating patients with chronic diseases that require ongoing medical supervision and coordinated treatment plans.

Dr. Hernandez-Tellez practices in Hickory, North Carolina, with affiliations at both Brigham and Women's Hospital and locations including Wake Forest Baptist Health Internal Medicine Catawba and Frye Regional Medical Center. She specializes in managing type 2 diabetes, helping patients control blood sugar levels and prevent complications. Her clinical expertise also includes treating chronic kidney disease and caring for patients with pressure sores that require specialized wound management.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 14 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Lorena Hernandez -Tellez has 2 locations

Wake Forest Baptist Health Internal Medicine Catawba

1771 Tate Blvd SE Ste 103Hickory, NC 28602
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Frye Regional Medical Center

420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Hickory , NCWilson , NCLyons , COStatesville , NC
Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lorena Hernandez -Tellez

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Elderplan
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lorena Hernandez -Tellez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lorena Hernandez -Tellez has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Dr. Lorena Hernandez -Tellez holds an active medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of North Carolina that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University in 2012.

NPI Number

Dr. Hernandez -Tellez's NPI number is 1396010658.

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Dr. Lorena Hernandez -Tellez is affiliated with Brigham And Womens Hospital.

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