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Dr. Ellen Mitchell, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Pediatrician, Gastroenterologist

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mitchell, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Ellen Mitchell, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Mitchell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mitchell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mitchell’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Mitchell speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Mitchell typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5909: Other constipation

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Incontinence
    • Bowel Incontinence
    • Full fecal incontinence
    • Total loss of bowel control
    • Severe accidental bowel leakage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R159: Full incontinence of feces

    What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Mitchell typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell. 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:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Mitchell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mitchell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mitchell accept in Philadelphia, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Mitchell's office located?

    Dr. Ellen Mitchell's Primary Practice

    160 E Erie Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19134

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    What is Dr. Mitchell's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mitchell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952669186.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mitchell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mitchell

    What is Dr. Ellen Mitchell's specialty?

    Dr. Mitchell is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.

    Is Dr. Ellen Mitchell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mitchell is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Pottstown 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

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    Is Dr. Ellen Mitchell accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Ellen Mitchell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ellen Mitchell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ellen Mitchell?

    Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mitchell's office located?

    Dr. Mitchell's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.