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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ellefson, Pediatrician in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Andrew Ellefson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE. He is board certified. Dr. Ellefson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellefson’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellefson’s office at (302) 733-2374.
Is Dr. Ellefson board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Ellefson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ellefson speak?
Dr. Ellefson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ellefson treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ellefson 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. Ellefson. 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:
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Low Birth Weight Baby
- Extremely Low Birth Weight Baby
- Extremely Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Small for Gestational Age Newborn
- Birth Weight
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Baby born 2000-2499 grams
- LBW baby
- Small baby at birth
- Underweight newborn
- ELBW baby
- Very low birth weight infant
- Micro-preemie
- Baby born 1000-1249 grams
- Baby born 1250-1499 grams
- ELBW newborn
- Micropremie
- Baby born 500-749 grams
- SGA newborn
- Growth-restricted baby
- Intrauterine growth restriction
- Low birth weight baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
- P0717: Other low birth weight newborn, 1750-1999 grams
- P0703: Extremely low birth weight newborn, 750-999 grams
- P0714: Other low birth weight newborn, 1000-1249 grams
- P0715: Other low birth weight newborn, 1250-1499 grams
- P0716: Other low birth weight newborn, 1500-1749 grams
- P0702: Extremely low birth weight newborn, 500-749 grams
- P0518: Newborn small for gestational age, 2000-2499 grams
Also known as:
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm infant
- Early baby
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0739: Preterm newborn, gestational age 36 completed weeks
- P0738: Preterm newborn, gestational age 35 completed weeks
- P0737: Preterm newborn, gestational age 34 completed weeks
Also known as:
- Transient Rapid Breathing in Newborns
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Temporary fast breathing in infants
- Wet lung syndrome in newborns
- Transient tachypnea of newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- P221: Transient tachypnea of newborn
Also known as:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
Also known as:
- Other Newborn Lung Condition
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Neonatal Respiratory Issues
- Infant Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- P2889: Other specified respiratory conditions of newborn
Also known as:
- Newborn Small for Gestational Age (2000-2499g)
- Birth Weight
- Infant light for gestational age
- Baby low birth weight
- Newborn small for age
- Fetal growth restriction (2000-2499g)
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0508: Newborn light for gestational age, 2000-2499 grams
Also known as:
- Moderate Brain Damage from Lack of Oxygen in Newborns (HIE)
- Brain Disease
- Childbirth Problems
- Moderate HIE
- Moderate Birth Asphyxia Brain Injury
- Moderate Neonatal HIE
ICD-10 Codes:
- P9162: Moderate hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE]
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
Also known as:
- Newborn Drug Withdrawal (Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome)
- Pregnancy and Substance Use
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- NAS in newborns
- Infant opioid withdrawal
- Baby drug dependency symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- P961: Neonatal withdrawal symptoms from maternal use of drugs of addiction
Which procedures does Dr. Ellefson perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Ellefson may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ellefson's office.
Does Dr. Ellefson accept my insurance?
Dr. Ellefson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 733-2374 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ellefson accept in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Ellefson in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Geisinger Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ellefson's office located?
Dr. Andrew Ellefson's Primary Practice
1600 Rockland Rd
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 733-2374
What is Dr. Ellefson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ellefson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972796225.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ellefson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ellefson
What is Dr. Andrew Ellefson's specialty?
Dr. Ellefson is a Pediatrician near Wilmington, DE. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Ellefson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Ellefson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ellefson is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 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 Pediatrician?
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Is Andrew Ellefson accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Ellefson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Ellefson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ellefson's office at (302) 733-2374 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Ellefson?
Please contact Dr. Ellefson's office at (302) 733-2374 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Ellefson have?
Dr. Andrew Ellefson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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