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Dr. Ellen Dillavou, MD

Dr. Ellen Dillavou, MD

Raleigh, NC

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Dillavou, Vascular Surgeon in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Ellen Dillavou, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Dillavou completed her residency at Thomas Jefferson U. Dr. Dillavou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dillavou’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dillavou’s office at (919) 684-8111.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical School, Pittsburgh, PA

    • Residency: Thomas Jefferson U | Jefferson University Hospitals | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)

    Is Dr. Dillavou board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ellen Dillavou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Dillavou speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Dillavou typically treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Dillavou 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. Dillavou. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Dillavou typically perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Dillavou 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. Dillavou. 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:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
    • AV Fistula Surgery
    • Cimino Fistula
    • Vascular Access for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
    • Dialysis Access Graft
    • Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
    • Synthetic Graft for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)

    Also known as:

    • Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
    • AV fistula repair
    • Dialysis graft revision
    • Open AV fistula revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Basilic Vein Transposition for Dialysis Access
    • AV Fistula Creation
    • Basilic Vein Fistula
    • Dialysis Access Fistula
    • Upper Arm AV Fistula

    CPT Codes:

    • 36819: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm basilic vein transposition

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Dillavou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dillavou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 684-8111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dillavou accept in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Dillavou in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Dillavou's office located?

    Dr. Ellen Dillavou's Primary Practice

    3031 New Bern Ave Ste 200

    Raleigh, NC 27610

    (919) 684-8111

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    Dr. Ellen Dillavou's Practice 2

    2100 Erwin Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

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    Dr. Ellen Dillavou's Practice 3

    407 Crutchfield St

    Durham, NC 27704

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

    Dr. Dillavou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932172442.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dillavou?

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

    What is Dr. Ellen Dillavou's specialty?

    Dr. Dillavou is a Vascular Surgeon near Raleigh, NC.

    What does a Vascular Surgeon do?

    A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.

    Is this Dr. Ellen Dillavou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dillavou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Duke Regional Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Vascular Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Ellen Dillavou accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Ellen Dillavou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ellen Dillavou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dillavou's office at (919) 684-8111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ellen Dillavou?

    Please contact Dr. Dillavou's office at (919) 684-8111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ellen Dillavou have?

    Dr. Ellen Dillavou is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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