Alexander Lee Telis, M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery

Alexander Lee Telis is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Spokane, WA with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(509) 838-7100Spokane, WA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Alexander Lee Telis, M.D. practices as part of a group orthopedic surgeon practice in Spokane, WA. Trained at George Washington University School of Medicine (class of 2013), he has been practicing for over 13 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).

1 of 65 Orthopaedic Surgery providers in WASee all Orthopaedic Surgery in Spokane13+ years experienceNPI since 2013

Older · 1872dNPPES updated 2021-04-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission

Contact & Location

Practice Location

820 S Mcclellan St Ste 300, Spokane, WA 99204-2450

Fax: (509) 227-7070
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

48%

Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+42.9 pts)

48% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

124

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

18

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

25

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $2k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+3%)73%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+17%)66%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-9%)61%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+31%)49%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
49%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+15%)47%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+7%)41%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+4%)34%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$106 received from industry

1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.

Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Alexander Lee Telis's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2013

    George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences

  2. Board certified · Apr 7, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 13 years in practice

    Established

Orthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Taxonomy: 207X00000X

Education & Training

George Washington University School of Medicine (Class of 2013)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 421, Liberty Lake, WA 99019-0421

Differs from practice location

Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Alexander Lee Telis

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Alexander Lee Telis for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Spokane required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alexander Lee Telis

NPI records show Dr. Telis as active with telehealth listed in Spokane, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (509) 838-7100.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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