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Dr. Rachel Ellis, MD

Hicksville, NY

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ellis, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Hicksville, NY?

    Dr. Rachel Ellis, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hicksville, NY. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Ellis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellis’s office at (516) 822-7546.

    Is Dr. Ellis board certified as an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Ellis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    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 Dr. Ellis treat?

    As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, 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:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Inflamed eyelids
    • Eyelid margin inflammation
    • Crusty eyelids
    • Eyelid irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01001: Unspecified blepharitis right upper eyelid

    What procedures does Dr. Ellis perform?

    As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Ellis 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. 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:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Facial Tissue Reconstruction
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction
    • Adjacent tissue flap surgery
    • Eyelid reconstruction
    • Nose reconstruction
    • Lip reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
    • 14061: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
    • Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Facial Skin Graft
    • Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
    • Full Thickness Graft for Face
    • Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
    • Facial skin graft
    • Hand skin graft
    • Neck skin graft
    • Genital skin graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
    • 15240: Full Thickness Graft, Free, Including Direct Closure Of Donor Site, Forehead, Cheeks, Chin, Mouth, Neck, Axillae, Genitalia, Hands, And/Or Feet; 20 Sq Cm Or Less

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
    • Intralesional Injection
    • Lesion Injection Therapy
    • Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps

    CPT Codes:

    • 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Eyelid Lesion Removal
    • Temporary Eyelid Closure
    • Extensive Ectropion Repair
    • Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
    • Lateral Canthopexy
    • Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Eyelid growth removal
    • Eyelid bump excision
    • Eyelid skin lesion surgery
    • Eyelid suturing
    • Frost suture procedure
    • Temporary tarsorrhaphy
    • Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
    • Tarsal Strip Operation
    • Lower Eyelid Repair
    • Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
    • Blepharoptosis Repair
    • Levator Resection
    • Eyelid Lift Surgery
    • Ptosis Correction
    • Eyelid Corner Tightening
    • Canthal Suspension
    • Lateral Canthal Repositioning
    • Droopy Eyelid Surgery
    • Upper Eyelid Reduction
    • Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
    • 67875: Temporary closure of eyelids by suture (eg, Frost suture)
    • 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
    • 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
    • 21282: Lateral canthopexy
    • 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
    • Adjacent tissue transfer
    • Local flap surgery
    • Skin rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound

    CPT Codes:

    • 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Drooping Brow Repair
    • Brow Lift
    • Forehead Lift
    • Ptosis Repair (Brow)

    CPT Codes:

    • 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)

    Also known as:

    • Eyelid Skin Biopsy
    • Eyelid Biopsy
    • Lid Margin Biopsy
    • Eyelid Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67810: Incisional Biopsy Of Eyelid Skin Including Lid Margin

    Does Dr. Ellis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ellis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 822-7546 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ellis' office located?

    Dr. Rachel Ellis' Primary Practice

    358 S Oyster Bay Rd

    Hicksville, NY 11801

    (516) 822-7546

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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 1295873826.

    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. Rachel Ellis's specialty?

    Dr. Ellis is a Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Hicksville, NY. A physician specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery. This subspecialty involves both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems, and the surrounding structures of the face and neck. Contact Dr. Ellis to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rachel Ellis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ellis is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital 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

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    Is Rachel Ellis accepting new patients in Hicksville, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Rachel Ellis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (516) 822-7546 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rachel Ellis?

    Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (516) 822-7546 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Ellis have?

    Dr. Rachel Ellis is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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