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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ellis, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. James Ellis, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Ellis graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Emergency Medicine Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Ellis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellis’s office at (504) 349-6360.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ellis?
Dr. James Ellis, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ellis empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hematology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Metairie/LA community, Dr. Ellis is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ellis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Emergency Medicine Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Earl K Long Med Ctr | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Ellis speak?
Dr. Ellis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ellis treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ellis 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. Ellis. 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.
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ellis perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Ellis may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ellis' office.
Does Dr. Ellis accept my insurance?
Dr. Ellis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 349-6360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ellis accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Ellis in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ellis' office located?
Dr. James Ellis' Primary Practice
2121 Ridgelake Dr Fl 4
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 349-6360
Dr. James Ellis' Practice 3
3712 MacArthur Blvd Ste 103
New Orleans, LA 70114
(504) 349-6336
What is Dr. Ellis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ellis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982792750.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ellis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ellis
What is Dr. James Ellis's specialty?
Dr. Ellis is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Metairie, LA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Ellis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Ellis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ellis is affiliated with Touro Infirmary LCMC Health 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is James Ellis accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. James Ellis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Ellis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (504) 349-6360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Ellis?
Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (504) 349-6360 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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