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Dr. John Ellis, MD

Plains, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ellis, Cardiologist in Plains, PA?

    Dr. John Ellis, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Plains, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Ellis completed his residency at York Hosp. Dr. Ellis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellis’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellis’s office at (570) 823-1111.

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

    • Residency: York Hosp

    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 Cardiologist, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Long-term Heart Disease
    • Ongoing Heart Ischemia
    • Chronic Coronary Artery Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
    • I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
    • Angioplasty
    • Coronary stent
    • Heart artery graft
    • Angioplasty device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Heart Disease
    • Family History
    • Heart Disease
    • Hereditary heart disease risk
    • Genetic predisposition to heart problems
    • Heart conditions in the family

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
    • Heart Disease
    • Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
    • Unusual Heart Exam Findings
    • Heart Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study

    Which procedures does Dr. Ellis perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. John 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 (570) 823-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ellis accept in Plains, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Ellis' office located?

    Dr. John Ellis' Primary Practice

    667 S River St Ste 201

    Plains, PA 18705

    (570) 823-1111

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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 1316088669.

    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. John Ellis's specialty?

    Dr. Ellis is a Cardiologist near Plains, PA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Ellis to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Ellis is affiliated with Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

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    Is John Ellis accepting new patients in Plains, PA?

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

    Does Dr. John Ellis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (570) 823-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Ellis?

    Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (570) 823-1111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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