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Dr. Josephine Ellis, MD

Dr. Josephine Ellis, MD

Rochester, NY

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ellis, Family Medicine Specialist in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Josephine Ellis, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Ellis graduated from Madras and completed her residency at SUNY, University at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and NYS medical association. Dr. Ellis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellis’s office at (585) 244-7330.

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

    • Residency: SUNY, University at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Madras

    Is Dr. Ellis board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Josephine Ellis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ellis speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ellis typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ellis typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Josephine Ellis may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ellis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ellis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ellis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 244-7330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ellis accept in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Ellis in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Corporate Services

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ellis' office located?

    Dr. Josephine Ellis' Primary Practice

    2561 Lac de Ville Blvd Ste 202

    Rochester, NY 14618

    (585) 244-7330

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    Dr. Josephine Ellis' Practice 2

    1425 Portland Ave Bldg 1

    Rochester, NY 14621

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    Dr. Josephine Ellis' Practice 3

    3669 Countryside Ln

    Marion, NY 14505

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Family Practice

    Member

    NYS medical association

    Member

    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 1225186901.

    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. Josephine Ellis's specialty?

    Dr. Ellis is a Family Medicine Specialist near Rochester, NY.

    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. Josephine Ellis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ellis is affiliated with Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Olean General Hospital, Upstate University Hospital 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Josephine Ellis accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Josephine Ellis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Josephine Ellis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (585) 244-7330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Josephine Ellis?

    Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (585) 244-7330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Josephine Ellis have?

    Dr. Josephine Ellis is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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