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Dr. George Ellis, MD
Metairie, LA
46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ellis, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. George Ellis, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Ellis completed his residency at Duke Eye Center. Dr. Ellis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellis’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellis’s office at (504) 888-2600.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ellis?
Dr. George Ellis, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ellis empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eye Muscle Disorders, Pediatric Ophthalmology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Metairie/LA community, Dr. Ellis is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ellis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke Eye Center
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 a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, 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:
- Walleye
- Inward Turning Eye
- Esotropia
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Monocular Exotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Vertical strabismus
- One eye higher than the other
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5022: Vertical strabismus, left eye
- H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Unequal Vision
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Anisometropia
- Different Eye Prescriptions
- Vision Disparity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H5231: Anisometropia
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Vision Loss in One Eye
- Reduced Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53001: Unspecified amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye
- Reduced vision
- Vision loss in one eye
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53002: Unspecified amblyopia, left eye
- H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Eye Disease
- Congenital Blepharoptosis
- Infant Ptosis
- Newborn Droopy Eyelid
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q100: Congenital ptosis
Which procedures does Dr. Ellis perform as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. George Ellis may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
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 (504) 888-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ellis accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Ellis in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Centene
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Ellis' office located?
Dr. George Ellis' Primary Practice
3409 N Hullen St Ste 100
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 888-2600
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 1700828613.
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. George Ellis's specialty?
Dr. Ellis is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Metairie, LA. An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Ellis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Ellis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ellis is affiliated with East Jefferson General 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 George Ellis accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. George Ellis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Ellis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (504) 888-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Ellis?
Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (504) 888-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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