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Dr. James Ellis, MD

Metairie, LA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    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. 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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Ellis perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Ellis may include:

    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

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • 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

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    Dr. James Ellis' Practice 2

    4204 Houma Blvd Fl 2

    Metairie, LA 70006

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    Dr. James Ellis' Practice 3

    4513 Westbank Expy

    Marrero, LA 70072

    (504) 349-6360

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    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?

    No, Ellis is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Touro Infirmary LCMC Health. 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

    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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