Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elia, Family Medicine Specialist in Lancaster, PA?
Dr. James Elia, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Elia completed his residency at Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, Family Medicine. Dr. Elia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elia’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elia’s office at (717) 721-8205.
Where did Dr. Elia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, Family Medicine | Pennstate Geisinger Health Sys
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | SUNY UPSTATE MED UNIVERSITY
Is Dr. Elia board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Elia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elia speak?
Dr. Elia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Elia typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elia 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. Elia. 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.
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Elia typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Elia may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Elia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Elia accept my insurance?
Dr. Elia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 721-8205 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elia accept in Lancaster, PA?
Dr. Elia in Lancaster, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mpsers
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elia's office located?
What is Dr. Elia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154480671.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elia
What is Dr. James Elia's specialty?
Dr. Elia is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lancaster, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. James Elia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elia is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital, Wellspan York Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Wellspan Surgery & Rehabilitation Hospital, Upmc Lititz which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Elia accepting new patients in Lancaster, PA?
Yes, Dr. James Elia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Elia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elia's office at (717) 721-8205 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Elia?
Please contact Dr. Elia's office at (717) 721-8205 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Elia have?
Dr. James Elia is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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