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Dr. James Ellison, MD

Wilmington, DE

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ellison, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. James Ellison, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Ellison completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Psychiatry. Dr. Ellison is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellison’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellison’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ellison?

    Dr. James Ellison, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Geriatric Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ellison empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dementia, Mood Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wilmington, DE community, Dr. Ellison is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Ellison go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Psychiatry | Massachusetts General Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca

    Is Dr. Ellison board certified as a Geriatric Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. James Ellison, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Ellison speak?

    Dr. Ellison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Ellison typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Ellison diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ellison. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Also known as:

    • Clinical Research Control Examination
    • Clinical Trials
    • Research Study Checkup
    • Clinical Trial Participant Exam
    • Control Group Medical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
    • Dysthymia
    • Persistent Depressive Disorder
    • Chronic Depression
    • Improving recurrent depression
    • Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
    • Partial recovery from recurrent depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F341: Dysthymic disorder
    • F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Lewy Body Dementia
    • Dementia with Lewy bodies
    • Dementia with Lewy Bodies
    • DLB
    • Lewy Body Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies

    What procedures does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Ellison typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Ellison performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ellison. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Ellison accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ellison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ellison accept in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Ellison in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ellison's office located?

    Cchs Surgery

    501 W 14th St Bldg 5TH Fl 5

    Wilmington, DE 19801

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    Dr. James Ellison's Practice 2

    200 Hygeia Dr

    Newark, DE 19713

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    Dr. James Ellison's Practice 3

    100 Sunnyside Rd

    Smyrna, DE 19977

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    What is Dr. Ellison's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ellison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144226630.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ellison?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ellison

    What is Dr. James Ellison's specialty?

    Dr. Ellison is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Wilmington, DE.

    What does a Geriatric Psychiatrist do?

    Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients.

    Is this Dr. James Ellison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ellison is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Geriatric Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Psychiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James Ellison accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?

    Yes, Dr. James Ellison is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Ellison offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ellison's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Ellison?

    Please contact Dr. Ellison's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Ellison have?

    Dr. James Ellison is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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