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Tenesha Richole Chappell, MD

Internal Medicine

Accepts New Patients
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About Tenesha Richole Chappell, MD

Dr. Chappell offers comprehensive care for the adult patient. Her clinical areas of interest are in women's health and preventive medicine. Dr. Chappell enjoys playing musical instruments, including the saxophone and the piano.

LanguagesEnglish
Ages SeenAdults, Geriatrics
Hospital Affiliations
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - McKinney
Insurance Accepted
*Accepted plans and benefits may vary by location.
INSURANCE PLAN
ACCEPTS NEW PATIENTS
Aetna - Aetna Signature Administrators
Aetna - Choice POS II
Aetna - Elect Choice
Aetna - Health Network Only
Aetna - Health Network Option
Aetna - HMO
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Managed Choice
Aetna - Open Access Elect Choice
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Open Access HMO
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Open Access Managed Choice
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Open Access Select
Aetna - Open Choice PPO
Aetna - QPOS
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Select SM
Aetna - US Access
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Baptist St Anthony Preferred HMO
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Access PPO
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus HMO-Individual/Family
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred HMO - Individual Marketplace
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred PPO Network
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier PPO
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW SeniorCare Advantage HMO
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Solutions PPO
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSWH Employee Network - PPO & HSA
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Covenant Preferred HMO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - EPO Network-Individual/Family
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - ERS BSW Preferred HMO Network
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Hendrick Health Employee Plan
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - McLane Group Network
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - PPO Network-Group
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Bell County Public Health District - Bell County Public Health District
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Bronze
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Gold
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Silver
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice Plus
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier Open Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Select PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - EFH Retirees
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - Oncor
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - ParPlan
Blue Cross Blue Shield - STAR Kids
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Traditional
Brookshire Brothers - Brookshire Brothers Employee Plan (Nexcaliber)
Cigna - CAC Plan
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Cigna - Cigna Choice Fund
Cigna - EPO
Cigna - Flexcare
Cigna - Great West Open Access PPO-Open Access
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Cigna - Great West POS
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Cigna - Great West PPO
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Cigna - HMO
Cigna - HMO Open Access
Cigna - HMO/POS
Cigna - LocalPlus
Cigna - Network
Cigna - Network Open Access
Cigna - Network POS
Cigna - Open Access Plus
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Cigna - POS
Cigna - POS Open Access
Cigna - PPO
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Consolidated Association of Railroad Employees - Self-Insured Employee Plan
Coventry - Coventry/First Health
DFW ConnectedCare - American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan
Envolve Vision - Envolve Vision
EyeMed Vision - EyeMed Vision
First Health - First Health PPO
Accepts New Patients
FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Plus PPO
Accepts New Patients
FirstCare Health Plans - Hendrick Health Employee Plan
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Galaxy Health Network - Galaxy Health Network
Gladney Center - Gladney Center
HealthSmart - ACCEL Network
HealthSmart - HealthSmart PPO
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HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care EPO
Accepts New Patients
HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care GEPO
Accepts New Patients
HealthSmart - Preferred Network
Humana Behavioral - Tricare Members Only
Humana - ChoiceCare
Humana - ChoiceCare Preferred Network
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Humana - Commercial HMO Plans
Humana - Commercial PPO Plans
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Humana - Medicare Advantage Plans
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Humana - National POS
Imagine Health - EPN
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Independent Medical Systems - IMS Network
Magellan - CHIP
Magellan - Navigator Networks
Magellan - Pinnacle Networks
Magellan - STAR
Magellan - STAR Kids
Magellan - Summit Networks
Medicaid - AmeriGroup
Medicaid - Oklahoma Medicaid
Medicaid - Parkland HealthFirst
Medicaid - Superior HealthPlan
Medicaid - Traditional Medicaid
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Medical Development International - MDI
Medicare Railroad - Medicare Railroad
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Medicare - Traditional Medicare
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Midland Memorial Hospital - Employee Benefit Plan
Mother Frances Hospital Regional - Self-Insured Employee Plan
OccuNet - Occupational Networks of Texas, Inc.
Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
PHCS Network - Beech Street of Texas PPO
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PHCS Network - Private Health Care SYstem PPO
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Reny Company - Workers Comp
Rockport - Workers Comp
Sedgwick Preferred Network f/k/a Southwest Medical - Workers Comp
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
Accepts New Patients
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Essential Care - Bronze
Accepts New Patients
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
Accepts New Patients
Superior Health Plan - CHIP
Superior Health Plan - CHIP Perinate
Superior Health Plan - Foster Care
Superior Health Plan - STAR
Superior Vision - Superior Vision
Superior - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
Accepts New Patients
Superior - Ambetter Essential Care - Bronze
Accepts New Patients
Superior - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
Accepts New Patients
Three Rivers Network - Three Rivers Network
Tricare - Tricare Extra
Tricare - Tricare Prime
Tricare - Tricare Select
TriWest HealthCare - VA-PCCC
United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
UnitedHealth - AARP Medicare Complete
UnitedHealth - Charter EPO
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UnitedHealth - Charter HMO
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UnitedHealth - Charter POS
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - CHIP
UnitedHealth - Choice +HMO
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UnitedHealth - Choice EPO
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UnitedHealth - Choice HMO
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UnitedHealth - Choice Plus POS
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Core Choice Plus POS
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Core EPO
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Core HMO
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Dual Complete Medicare Advantage
UnitedHealth - Group Medicare Advantage
UnitedHealth - Medicare Complete
UnitedHealth - Medicare Gold
UnitedHealth - Medicare Silver
UnitedHealth - Navigate EPO
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO
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UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO+
UnitedHealth - Navigate POS
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Nexus ACO OA
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UnitedHealth - NexusACO R
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - PPO
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Secure Horizons
UnitedHealth - Select EPO
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Select HMO
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Select Plus POS
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - STAR
UnitedHealth - STAR Kids
UnitedHealth - STAR+PLUS
UnitedHealth - UHC West Signature Value Gated HMO
University Mary Hardin - Baylor-Employee Benefit Plan
Your rights and protections against surprise medical bills

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Background

Education
  • Medical School: University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston (1998)
  • Internship: Internal Medicine, Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation (1999)
  • Residency: Internal Medicine, Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation (2001)
Certifications
  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Med
Industry Relationships

Baylor Scott & White Health’s vision is to be the most trusted name in giving and receiving safe, quality, compassionate healthcare. As part of that vision, Baylor Scott & White Health is committed to dealing honestly, fairly and with integrity in all matters to provide exemplary patient care, broaden medical knowledge, train the next generation of physicians and support outside relationships that promise public benefit.To that end, Baylor Scott & White Health physicians may collaborate with health care industry partners such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies (collectively referred to as Industry) to help develop medical breakthroughs, or provide medical expertise or education. To promote professional and commercial integrity in such matters, physicians who are employed, contracted for administrative duties or performing research with Baylor Scott & White Health seek advanced approval for certain new Industry relationships, and report their Industry relationships and activities to the Office of Corporate Compliance annually for review.

Baylor Scott & White Health publicly discloses reported payments to these physicians and their immediate family members of $5,000 or more from Industry companies with which the physicians interact as part of their professional activities. The information on this website may differ somewhat from information on other publicly available databases due to different reporting periods, definitions, or reporting requirements. Patients may visit CMS’ Open Payments Database for more information, and should feel free to speak with their physician about relationships with Industry.

As of Aug 25, 2020, Tenesha Richole Chappell, MD  has reported no outside relationship with Industry that is applicable to this listing.

Reviews (184) for Tenesha Richole Chappell, MD

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May 12, 2023
Dr Chappell is knowledgeable, professional and listens to what I have to say.
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May 12, 2023
Always kind and professional
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May 7, 2023
Caring & Thorough
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May 5, 2023
She's a caring doctor who always has time to answer all my questions.
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May 2, 2023
Efficient
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May 2, 2023
Dr. Chappel is very thorough in her treatment of her patients. She readily answers questions in laymen's terms to ensure complete understanding. Dr. Chappel is also very personable and compassionate which are amazing traits to have in patient care.
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May 1, 2023
Very caring and thorough
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Apr 30, 2023
She listens, is very thorough
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Apr 28, 2023
Dr. Chappell takes the time to listen & acknowledge concerns. She knows how to connect to the patient & open up a conversation. Staff well trained, courteous & professional.
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Apr 28, 2023
Excellent
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Apr 26, 2023
I've been seeing Dr. Chappelle for 5 or 6 yrs now and she always has my best interest concerning my health head to toe.
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Apr 24, 2023
Always friendly, sincere,knowledgeable, excellent expertise and accommodating.
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Apr 24, 2023
Dr Chappell is always thorough in the exams, she's also compassionate, expressing true concerns for my physical and mental health
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Apr 15, 2023
Interesting
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Apr 15, 2023
She responds quickly and personally to messages sent through the portal. She called me personally on the phone to see if I could come in a day early to see her because she had a cancellation and knew I really wanted to see her ASAP.
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Apr 14, 2023
She always provides the best care. She is attentive to my needs and listens to my answer to her questions. I feel very lucky to have her as my primary care provider.
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Apr 12, 2023
Excellent
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Apr 11, 2023
I was shocked yesterday to see Dr. Chappell calling for me at the waiting room, this is my first time ever seeing a Doctor so humbled. It is a selflessness act from Dr. Chappell. She is the best doctor I have ever had in my 56 years of life.She is very intelligent and professional. Best bedside manner.Thank you Dr. Chappell for your service to me and my family.
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Apr 11, 2023
Excellent personal care!
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Apr 5, 2023
Excellent experience
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Apr 3, 2023
Doctor was quite pleasant, and welcoming. She explained what she was going to do, and made sure I was comfortable, and answered all my questions.
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Mar 29, 2023
Extremely Positive
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Mar 25, 2023
Detailed explanations, caring and thorough. Great listener and takes the time needed
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Mar 24, 2023
Dr. Tenisha Chappell is the best, she always treats us with kindness and respect. She looks out for our best interest. Every time we need to see her, she finds us an easy appointment. She's the best!!!
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Mar 18, 2023
Very patient oriented with care and understanding
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Mar 15, 2023
Effecient
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Mar 14, 2023
Dr.Chappell is very knowledgeable and she takes time to explain things to you.She also encourage you to keep up the good work and answer any questions you have for her concerning you health.
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Mar 14, 2023
Dr. Chappell always listens to any concerns I might have.
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Mar 13, 2023
Very thorough
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Mar 13, 2023
Dr. Chappell is very thorough. She is especially concerned about her senior patients. She answers all questions with detailed explanations. She gets back to me promptly. She listens to all my questions and answers them so I can understand them. Plus, she Is very nice!
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Mar 11, 2023
Always listens and always helpful.Very nice and caring Dr.
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Mar 11, 2023
She knows her job well and the well being of her patients
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Mar 10, 2023
I have been seeing Dr. Chapelle for about 12 years now she is wonderful my husband up there too. She's my go to Dr I just the two ways she has his rapport with me. She seems to understand me she listens to me and she's always trying to help me. I just love her She's the best.
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Mar 10, 2023
My visit was very pleasant. The doctor is very thorough and answered all my concerns.
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Mar 8, 2023
Very personal and conversational. Truly wanted to help me and even though she is not my primary doctor she was very complimentary about my doctor!
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Mar 4, 2023
Very professional and caring for health and wellbeing.
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Mar 2, 2023
Everyone treats you like family.
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Mar 1, 2023
She listens, ask questions and has an excellent medical practitioner appearance. I really like her.
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Feb 28, 2023
Excellent provider, always friendly, always helpful, Dr Chappell is the best. Takes great care of myself and my wife!
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Feb 26, 2023
Dr Chappell is kinda, thorough and personable.
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Feb 25, 2023
On time courteous efficient
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Feb 24, 2023
She said all the right questions and lessons to you concerns
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Feb 24, 2023
She cares and is thorough
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Feb 23, 2023
She is caring, thorough, and listens to all of my concerns.
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Feb 22, 2023
She is the best Doctor I have ever had. Remembers everything, discusses everything, makes sure I understand.
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Feb 18, 2023
Dr.Chappell is personable, thorough, and listens to your concerns and provides solutions or recommendations concerning the issues. She and her staff are prompt and I love that the wait time is very minimal.
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Feb 17, 2023
She is amazing
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Feb 15, 2023
Listens to concerns. Dr.gently answered all concerns. We do not fell rushed.
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Feb 10, 2023
Good communication
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Feb 9, 2023
She is an amazing, attentive Doctor. I feel well taken care of.
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Feb 5, 2023
She knows her doctoring business
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Jan 31, 2023
Fast service
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Jan 27, 2023
Excellent service.
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Jan 26, 2023
I would definitely recommend Dr Chappell to family and friends. Don't know about other physicians in that office
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Jan 22, 2023
Great doctor and wonderful staff
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Jan 21, 2023
Dr Chappele is very thorough, patient and very nice . She is an excellent doctor with the best bedside manner .
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Jan 19, 2023
Dr. Chapelle was extremely professional, provided a sense of urgency, and approachable
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Jan 18, 2023
Dr. Chappell is always friendly and takes time with my questions.
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Jan 12, 2023
She was very nice and Professional
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Jan 10, 2023
Dr Chappell is always pleasent
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Jan 10, 2023
Dr. Chappell is very thorough and answers all my questions. She is the best PCP for me.
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Jan 9, 2023
The doctor is direct and informative. Her team is friendly and knowledgable. I hate needles and they hand those areas with needles well with low to no pain
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Jan 8, 2023
Very professional and thorough
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Jan 8, 2023
Dr. Chappell listens to my concerns and she takes the time to explain my results so that I understand what is going on. I am grateful for her compassion, experience and expertise.
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Jan 7, 2023
Takes time to listen
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Jan 6, 2023
Caring
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Jan 5, 2023
She is very caring and through in her care
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Jan 4, 2023
Very good listening skills
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Dec 31, 2022
I have been going to Dr Chappell for many years and she is a great healthcare provider.
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Dec 28, 2022
She is very personable & caring
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Dec 22, 2022
Dr. Chappell is thorough and she listens to my concerns. The level of care she has provided to me has led me to recommend her to my daughters.
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Dec 20, 2022
Always listen and does not rush you.very kind doctor
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Dec 20, 2022
She was very helpful with everything I told her and provided me with greg advice.
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Dec 18, 2022
Caring, Outstanding Interaction.
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Dec 15, 2022
Professional and efficient
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Dec 14, 2022
Dr.Chappell is knowledgeable and thorough. She is a dependable practioner.
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Dec 10, 2022
Very caring and concerned
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Dec 8, 2022
Dr Chappell was very thorough as she consulted with me.
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Dec 8, 2022
She's very professional but not stuffy. She's concerned about what's going on in your life not just your health issues without being overly talkative. She's just the right mix, says all the right stuff and gets in and out.
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Dec 7, 2022
Wonderful Doctor! Very professional, thorough, great bedside manner. Caring & compassionate.
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Dec 5, 2022
Dr. Tenesha Chappell takes all the time necessary to explain issues and answer my questions. I never feel rushed.
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Dec 5, 2022
Very Attentive. Listens well and takes time to explain your issue and how to resolve it.
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Dec 5, 2022
Caring and professional.
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Dec 4, 2022
Very thorough and easy to talk with about symptoms or questions I may have.
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Dec 3, 2022
The doctor is awesome but the front office staff leave a lot to be desired.
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Dec 2, 2022
She showed so much concern and compassion!!! She was very smart and I wish I could have met her years ago!!! I'm not local but her presence was amazing and her hands on with her patients won me over to the point where I would like to add her to my list to send her birthday cards and Christmas cards or just thank you for being a great person and doctor card! I have already shared how great she was with friends and family!
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Dec 2, 2022
She is caring and very knowledgeable!
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Dec 2, 2022
Very thorough. Listens with care and concern.
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