29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ellis, Neurosurgeon in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Thomas Ellis, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Ellis graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Ellis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellis’s office at (817) 878-5333.
Where did Dr. Ellis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, General Surgery | George Washington University Program A
Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ellis typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
- Lumbar Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Lower Spine Arthritis with Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
- M4716: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ellis typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ellis 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Neck Myelogram
- Lumbar Myelogram
- Cervical Myelography
- Spinal Cord X-ray with Dye
- Lumbar Puncture for Myelogram
- Spinal cord imaging
- Lumbosacral myelography
- Spinal dye injection X-ray
- Myelogram of lower back
CPT Codes:
- 62302: Myelography via lumbar injection, including radiological supervision and interpretation; cervical
- 62304: Myelography via lumbar injection, including radiological supervision and interpretation; lumbosacral
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Imaging (Myelogram)
- Lumbar Myelography
- Spinal Dye Test
- Multiple Region Myelogram
CPT Codes:
- 62305: Myelography via lumbar injection, including radiological supervision and interpretation; 2 or more regions (eg, lumbar/thoracic, cervical/thoracic, lumbar/cervical, lumbar/thoracic/cervical)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Myelogram or CT Scan Injection
- Spinal injection for imaging
- Lumbar myelography injection
- CT scan contrast injection spine
CPT Codes:
- 62284: Injection procedure for myelography and/or computed tomography, lumbar
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Ellis accept my insurance?
Dr. Ellis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 878-5333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ellis accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Ellis in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ellis' office located?
Dr. Thomas Ellis' Primary Practice
1900 Mistletoe Blvd Ste 200
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(817) 878-5333
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 1629004445.
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. Thomas Ellis's specialty?
Dr. Ellis is a Neurosurgeon near Fort Worth, TX.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. Thomas Ellis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ellis is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital - Fort Worth, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, Medical City Fort Worth Hospital, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, Emerson Health 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 Thomas Ellis accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ellis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Ellis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (817) 878-5333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Ellis?
Please contact Dr. Ellis's office at (817) 878-5333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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