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Dr. Christopher Ellington, MD

Knoxville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ellington, Diagnostic Radiologist in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Christopher Ellington, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ellington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellington’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellington’s office at (865) 305-9661.

    What languages does Dr. Ellington speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ellington treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Ellington 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. Ellington. 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:

    • 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Bone Structure Problem
    • Bone Density Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M85852: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, left thigh

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Widespread Bone Density Disorder
    • Generalized Bone Structure Problem
    • Multi-site Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Breast Disorder
    • Breast Disease
    • Various breast conditions
    • Miscellaneous breast ailments
    • Specific breast problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6489: Other specified disorders of breast

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Calcium Spots on Mammogram
    • Mammography
    • Breast calcifications
    • Mammogram calcifications
    • Calcium deposits in breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Chest Injury
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Thoracic Injury
    • Chest Trauma
    • Rib Cage Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S299XXA: Unspecified injury of thorax, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Catheter Management
    • Catheter adjustment
    • Catheter care
    • Non-vascular catheter maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Which procedures does Dr. Ellington perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Ellington may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ellington's office.

    Does Dr. Ellington accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ellington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 305-9661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ellington accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Ellington in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Devoted Health

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ellington's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Ellington's Primary Practice

    1924 Alcoa Hwy # U107

    Knoxville, TN 37920

    (865) 305-9661

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    Dr. Christopher Ellington's Practice 2

    1130 Middle Creek Rd Ste 140

    Sevierville, TN 37862

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    Dr. Christopher Ellington's Practice 3

    510 S Kingshighway Blvd

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

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

    Dr. Ellington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053708388.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ellington?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Ellington's specialty?

    Dr. Ellington is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Knoxville, TN. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Ellington to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Ellington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ellington is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital, Cookeville Regional Medical Center 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 Christopher Ellington accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Ellington is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Ellington offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ellington's office at (865) 305-9661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Ellington?

    Please contact Dr. Ellington's office at (865) 305-9661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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